Recalls by ModelVolkswagen Golf recalls and problems by year
Since 2000 the Volkswagen Golf has 36 recall campaigns and 1,182 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The model years with the most complaints are 2015, 2017, 2001.
36recalls
1,182complaints
2do-not-drive / park-outside recalls
Complaints by model year
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by model year. Darker bars: the three years with the most complaints. Click a bar to open that year.
Recalls by model year
Most reported problem areas, all years
Every model year
Does your car have an open recall?
Recalls apply to specific vehicles. Only a VIN lookup on NHTSA's official site shows whether yours is affected and still unrepaired.
Check your VIN →Recalls apply to specific vehicles. Only a VIN lookup on NHTSA's official site shows whether yours is affected and still unrepaired.
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Questions
What is the worst year for the Volkswagen Golf?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 (131), 2017 (117), 2001 (116) model years have the most. More vehicles sold also means more complaints, so compare neighbouring years too.