2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
5
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Unknown or Other2
Air Bags1
Steering1
Electrical System1
Suspension1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 39,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Unknown or Other · at 36,000 miles · reported Jul 16, 2018
Metal trim on the bezel of the gear selector (At the base) has peeled off and cracked. It is very sharp and I cut my hand. It appears that this is a common issue with cars on this platform (Golf, gti, golf sportwagen).
Air Bags · at 39,500 miles · reported Jun 11, 2018
Was hit in the rear, other driver was traveling around 55 MPH as I was slowing down (Around 5 MPH) turning right from a highway onto another road. Impact was enough to crush the rear floor pan and bend the frame. I smelled and saw smoke coming from the steering column after the impact. None of the airbags in the whole car went off but the airbag light came on and vehicle status says "error: airbag".

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (2 reports), followed by air bags (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 39,500 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.