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Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
Data refreshed October 26, 2026
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Complaints
611
Active records
Recalls
22
Active records
TSBs
1,567
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
0
Injuries
34
Crashes
21
Fires
4
Top reported issues — Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
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Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2017 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Filed Oct 7, 2026
The panoramic sunroof frame on my 2017 Volkswagen Golf has suffered a complete structural failure, exhibiting clear stress fractures and vertical cracking in the polycarbonate surround material. This factory defect allows severe rainwater ingress into the headliner, directly exposing the side-curtain airbag modules and surrounding electrical wiring to water damage, creating an immediate restraint system and safety hazard for occupants.
2019 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN
Filed Sep 15, 2026
Rear coil spring defective. Recall included on my car and model, but noy my VIN.
2017 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Filed Sep 10, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the messages Service Vehicle - Place Vehicle in Park and Transmission Error were displayed, with an audible chime. The “Gearbox Overheating” warning light was illuminated. The vehicle felt as if the transmission was in neutral(N), and the RPM became elevated, and the A/C stopped blowing cool air. The vehicle was turned off and restarted and independently reset. The vehicle was…
2019 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Filed Sep 3, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated that the turbocharger failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the mechanic informed the contact that during the inspection, the rear coil spring fractured. The contact researched and became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V188000 (Suspension), which was associated with the failure; however, the VIN was not included. The contact stated that the dealer had replaced the turbocharger assembly after the…
2019 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN
Filed Sep 1, 2026
The rear axle coil spring coil spring is defective. Safety recall Code: 42J5 VW did not contain the suspect parts since I have the same failure mode as recall. VW Sport wagon is on recall, but not my VIN number. I hope you can hold VW responsible for defective coil springs, I'm sure I am not the only one.
2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Filed Aug 15, 2026
While driving at approx 65 mph on a highway, I heard a loud thunk from the left rear side of my 2015 VW Golf and the car swerved a little bit. I was thankfully able to control the car and get myself to safety. A family member looked under the car and the broken coil spring was clearly visible, with a very sharp end at the point it broke, right next to the tire... could have been a disaster. I had the car towed to a local VW dealership where they confirmed the broken spring and replaced both…
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN
Filed Aug 5, 2026
SRS/airbag warning light illuminated. A diagnostic scan (VCDS) confirmed stored fault codes for both front airbag crash sensors: driver's side 'short to ground' and passenger's side 'open or short to plus.' Upon further inspection, water was found pooled at the airbag control module connector, located under the center dash. The AC condensate drain line is routed directly above this module, and appears to be the source of the water intrusion — water drained from the connector itself when…
2017 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN
Filed Jul 25, 2026
2017 Golf has been nothing but a nightmare. [1] 2018-2021, it was Infotainment system that I had to repair 3 times; once under warranty, twice out of pocket. Stupid navigation system malfunctions every time they upgrade the map or something and caused another visit to the dealer for replacing the entire radio and that little disk in the glove box. How many times would anyone do this during ownership, every year? I gave up fixing that dumbest navigation infotainment whatever, after paying…
2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Filed Jul 16, 2026
15V483000 (VW Recall Code 69L2) was issued for 2014 Volkswagen Golf's indicating a clock spring affecting a cable that powers the air bag. This is indicated also by the airbag emergency light coming on. I believe a similar, if not the same, issue is occurring in my 2015 VW Golf. Furthermore, the issue has affected all mechanical buttons on the steering wheel. I had taken my vehicle to a VW mechanic that indicated a recall had been issued for this problem. However, upon my own further…
2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN
Filed Jun 24, 2026
The shifter grip has a plastic or Chrome pice that is delaminating and a extremely sharp edge is parroting up and has sliced open my Wife’s finger more than 5 times we have a bandaid over it know the dealership states it is a known issue But VW will not take responsibility for it