There are no safety recalls for the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, but owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA.
2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 3
- Structure › Body — 2
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 2
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 29,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · reported May 18, 2025
Volkswagen Wastegate Turbo Failure / design flaw and âwrongfully and intentionallyâ concealed a defect from consumers that could cause their vehicleâs engine turbocharger to fail prematurely at any time. Drivers have been unfairly forced to pay thousands out of pocket to repair and my estimate from a VW. dealer is: $4199.21 and I had to pay a $200 diagnostic fee. This is a major safety issue for the vehicle will lag and not accelerate. There is a class action lawsuit filed and settled but I cannot get Volkswagen to help me.
Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Jan 15, 2024
Second occurrence of this issue approximately two years apart, unresolved and unaddressed by manufacturer. Driving during evening on lit city street at night traveling in lane of traffic. In normal course of driving (~25 mph) vehicle applied full brakes with no advance notice in the middle of road. Forward Collision Assist had been activated by what appeared to be a patch of ice on the road ahead. Full braking while driving posed significant risk of rear collision due to automated full brake application without input or forewarning to the driver.
Unknown or Other · reported Feb 22, 2023
We were driving on the highway when the sunroof exploded. There were 4 of us in the car and none of us recalls anything striking the sunroof. Glass exploded wverywhere.
Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Apr 1, 2022
Had forward collision assist (turned on by default at engine start) turned on. When entering an intersection, vehicle stopped short to a full stop right in front of a metal plate on the road in the intersection. Had there been a vehicle behind me, the system may have needlessly caused a collision.
Forward Collision Avoidance · at 29,000 miles · reported Feb 9, 2021
Automatic emergency braking system engages without cause or warning. At both slow and moderate speeds with no obstacle in front of car. Risk of causing a rear-end accident very high. Dealership ran diagnostic and found nothing. Recommends disabling system if issue persists.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack?
Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (5 reports), followed by structure (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 29,000 miles.
Are Volkswagen recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volkswagen dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.