Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen recalls and problems
9 recalls and 173 owner complaints for 5 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
9
Complaints
173
Crashes reported
8
Fires reported
1
Choose a model year
Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Golf Sportwagen | 5 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Golf Sportwagen | 5 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 Golf Sportwagen | 4 | 39 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 Golf Sportwagen | 3 | 51 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Golf Sportwagen | 3 | 59 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
Most reported Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 37 | |
| Air Bags | 37 | |
| Unknown or Other | 32 | |
| Suspension | 29 | |
| Engine | 23 | |
| Power Train | 14 | |
| Structure | 14 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 |
All Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24V-110 | Feb 14, 2024 | 2015–2019 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 23V-604 | Aug 30, 2023 | 2019 | Electrical System | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 22V-815 | Oct 31, 2022 | 2019 | Tires | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 22V-543 | Jul 27, 2022 | 2016 | Air Bags | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 19V-679 | Sep 25, 2019 | 2015 | Unknown or Other | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 19V-615 | Aug 22, 2019 | 2017–2019 | Electrical System, Steering | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 19V-188 | Mar 6, 2019 | 2017–2019 | Suspension | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 18V-464 | Jul 11, 2018 | 2015–2018 | Electrical System, Steering | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 18V-369 | Jun 1, 2018 | 2018 | Do not driveService Brakes, Hydraulic | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen has the most reports (59). Check the 2015 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen have?
NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls covering Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen model years 2015–2019.
What are the most common Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen problems?
Owners report electrical system, air bags, unknown or other problems most often.