2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN

3 recalls — 72 complaints — 885 TSBs — 5/5 safety rating

24V110000 Feb 14, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain front-wheel drive 2015-2020 Audi A3 Sedan, 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 2018 Golf Sportwagen GP, 2018-2019 Golf Sportwagen A7, 2015-2017 Golf Sportwagen, 2015-2020 Golf GTI, and 2015-2020 Golf A7 vehi... Read more
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. Final owner notification letters for Audi owners were mailed on July 25, 2024. Final owner letters for VW owners were mailed on August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-80... Read more
261,257 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
22V543000 Jul 27, 2022
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, S3 Sedan, R8 Coupe, A3 Sedan, A3 Etron, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 Golf Sportwagen, Golf R, Golf GTI, Golf A7, and E Golf vehicles. During air bag deployment, the front passenger air bag may explode or depl... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in serious injury or death. An improper air bag deployment may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front-passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69DY and 61C1.
1,216 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
18V464000 Jul 11, 2018
STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Volkswagen Golf and Golf Sportwagen vehicles. The build of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition while the vehicle shift lever is not in "Park." As such, the... Read more
Consequence
Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37L5.
33,168 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

72 total complaints 4 crashes 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
AIR BAGS15
UNKNOWN OR OTHER8
POWER TRAIN8
ENGINE8
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL4
STRUCTURE:BODY3
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE3
STEERING3
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
ENGINE Nov 29, 2025
Incident date: Oct 8, 2025
Was driving with flow of traffic and the Engine lost power went to zero RPM check engine light came on. It’s a non hybrids motor. Wouldn’t turn over once pulled on side of road Check underneath engine bay for leaks of fluid nothing was leaking.
POWER TRAIN Nov 17, 2025
Incident date: Oct 8, 2025
* The transmission regularly misses shifts through the lower gears when accelerating, particularly when the transmission is not yet up to operating temperature. It's as if the transmission goes into neutral, the engine races (tach spools up to 3500/4000 rpm), and then the transmission will slam into... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 17, 2025
Incident date: Oct 8, 2025
The fuel pump on my 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen failed approximately three months after a safety recall repair for the suction jet pump (recall 20Y6). My independent mechanic explained that failure of the suction jet pump can cause fuel leakage or vapor transfer into the EVAP system, which may c... Read more
ENGINE Nov 17, 2025
Incident date: Oct 8, 2025
The fuel pump on my 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen failed approximately three months after a safety recall repair for the suction jet pump (recall 20Y6). My independent mechanic explained that failure of the suction jet pump can cause fuel leakage or vapor transfer into the EVAP system, which may c... Read more
POWER TRAIN Oct 8, 2025
Incident date: May 30, 2025
Lead frame malfunction Vehicle downshifts into lower gears and won't shift afterwards Have not taken to service center as of today just started happening recently No inspections have been performed A service warning came on after the sudden downshift
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS Jun 9, 2025
Incident date: May 2, 2025
On [XXX], at the intersection of [XXX] and [XXX] in Los Angeles, [XXX] was operating the subject vehicle when it was involved in a hit-and-run that resulted in a secondary collision with multiple vehicles. Photos (attached) document the significant impact. Emergency responders were required to extri... Read more
Crash 1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY Sep 23, 2024
Incident date: Jul 31, 2024
Windshield cracking for no apparent reason. I do not know the underlying cause however there are many people reporting this issue on social media sites. Some suspect welding/bonding issues resulting in flex causing the crack under stress. My car was sitting in the garage when the windshield crack... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Aug 22, 2024
Incident date: Aug 2, 2024
See attached document for complaint.
POWER TRAIN May 14, 2024
Incident date: May 14, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle did not accelerate as intended. In addition, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact turned off, restarted the vehicle and continued to drive... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING May 14, 2024
Incident date: May 14, 2024
The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle did not accelerate as intended. In addition, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact turned off, restarted the vehicle and continued to drive... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS May 14, 2024
Incident date: May 14, 2024
Despite settling a class action lawsuit re: moonroof leakage, VW refuses to cover the same repair for my VW Golf Sportwagen. I have the same issue but could not participate in the class action suit due to mileage. I routinely have to bail 1/2 - 1 gallon of water out the spare tire area if its been r... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION May 14, 2024
Incident date: May 14, 2024
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while attempting to park the back-up camera failed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the wires had been cut and damaged. The dealer replaced the wiring. The vehicle was repaired. Th... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE May 14, 2024
Incident date: May 14, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Honda Accord. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amou... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 19, 2024
Incident date: Mar 19, 2024
Vehicle had a sudden loss of power at ~40mph and began rapidly decelerating. Had there been a car behind me, the sudden deceleration could have caused a collision. Warning lamps and messages displayed on the instrument cluster instantly. I pulled the OBD codes and received U1011 and U1028 as active ... Read more
STEERING Mar 12, 2024
Incident date: Mar 1, 2024
On [XXX] I was driving on the freeway when suddenly my car dash warning appeared “ no power steering assist, pull over safely. The power steering completely stopped working- on [XXX], took to Ford Dealership where it was confirmed with code U300:49 48. The steering gear was replaced . The car stop... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Mar 12, 2024
Incident date: Mar 1, 2024
The headlamps flicker when the steering wheel is turned at speeds of 1-45 miles per hour. The dealership claims that a software update will fix it, though the issue seems to be with the integrated circuits in the headlamp assembly. The issue has gotten worse over the last 3-4 months.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 28, 2023
Incident date: Aug 28, 2023
Continue issue with stop/start system failure that drains batteries to the point of total power loss, even at high rate of speed. An audible ticking sound, engine misfires resulting in bucking and surging, decreased engine performance, hesitation, loss of power. Start/stop system has been investiga... Read more
POWER TRAIN Aug 14, 2023
Incident date: Aug 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH on the highway, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with clutch failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 17, 2023
Incident date: Jul 13, 2023
2016 Honda Civic AC system is not working and has not been working for awhile. There are 2 warranty extensions issued for this vehicle's AC system, one for the condenser and one for the compressor. Honda has diagnosed the problem as being the evaporator, which I have been quoted everywhere from $180... Read more
SEATS Jun 20, 2023
Incident date: Mar 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2019 Audi A4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V874000 (Seats, Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The deale... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Jun 5, 2023
Incident date: May 28, 2023
While driving northbound on the CA111 freeway along an elevated ramp leading to the Interstate 10 freeway, in the evening after sunset, and on a dry road, without another vehicle beside the car, with the 'autopilot' (not full version) engaged, the car suddenly initiated an uncommanded acceleration w... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jun 5, 2023
Incident date: May 28, 2023
While driving northbound on the CA111 freeway along an elevated ramp leading to the Interstate 10 freeway, in the evening after sunset, and on a dry road, without another vehicle beside the car, with the 'autopilot' (not full version) engaged, the car suddenly initiated an uncommanded acceleration w... Read more
AIR BAGS May 22, 2023
Incident date: May 14, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V337000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact s... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Apr 24, 2023
Incident date: Apr 24, 2023
Car speed control malfunctioned. There was a sudden acceleration when car was below 10 miles in the parking lot. The driver lost control on braking and car keep accelerating even no force was applied to pedal. Dribe had to steer out of parking lot and crash through a wood en fence on next door ne... Read more
Crash
ENGINE Mar 2, 2023
Incident date: Mar 2, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while parked and running the vehicle stalled. The engine warning light was illuminated. The gauges were showing incorrect readings. The contact called the local dealer who informed him that the vehicle was not covered under warranty or reca... Read more
AIR BAGS Dec 30, 2022
Incident date: Sep 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V543000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repai... Read more
POWER TRAIN Nov 16, 2022
Incident date: Aug 19, 2022
In late summer (August 2022) I started seeing a warning but it would disappear so fast. Now it's popping up more: Yellow triangle appears. Engine is giving code# B116229 - "Selector lever park position lock switch Implausible signal" (mileage 104814 km). I originally received a recall notice like... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Jul 29, 2022
Incident date: Jul 22, 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that there was an odor of gasoline in the vehicle. Additionally, the vehicle was stalling while driving. The contact stated she stopped at a gas station and attempted to add gasoline; however, the tank was already full. The conta... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Jul 29, 2022
Incident date: Jul 22, 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that there was an odor of gasoline in the vehicle. Additionally, the vehicle was stalling while driving. The contact stated she stopped at a gas station and attempted to add gasoline; however, the tank was already full. The conta... Read more
ENGINE Jul 11, 2022
Incident date: Jun 1, 2022
Dealer maintained 2016 VW Golf Sportwagen - coolant level kept getting low. Recent dealer visit indicated a leak in the thermostat housing. This seems to be a common issue with many such VWs, and in some cases other owners have reported multiple repeated failures of this housing. My car only has 66K... Read more
SUSPENSION Jul 23, 2021
Incident date: Jun 25, 2021
The passenger side rear coil spring snapped without any warning and with in normal highway and city street use with only 46,244 miles and 5 years of age. The was manufactured in August of 2015, was delivered in November of 2015, and the spring failed in the last week of June 2021. The vehicle is use... Read more
AIR BAGS May 27, 2021
Incident date: May 25, 2021
1. I BELIEVE THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG MAY HAVE FAILED OR BEEN DISABLED DURING A RECENT COLLISION THAT OCCURRED ON 5/25/21. A DEER STRUCK THE FRONT END OF MY VEHICLE WHILE TRAVELING ON A 55MPH STATE HIGHWAY. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY AT A COLLISION REPAIR SHOP GETTING AN ESTIMATE. THE SHERIFF'S DEPUTY... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS Apr 6, 2021
Incident date: Mar 29, 2021
EXISTING NHTSA RECALL 69L2 BUT ON DIFFERENT MODEL YEAR - VW DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG AND HORN/STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS DISABLED. MY AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND MY HORN AND STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS BECAME DISABLED SIMULTANEOUSLY AS I WAS IN MOTION DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. NOW MY AIRBAG AND HORN/BUTTONS ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 6, 2021
Incident date: Mar 29, 2021
EXISTING NHTSA RECALL 69L2 BUT ON DIFFERENT MODEL YEAR - VW DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG AND HORN/STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS DISABLED. MY AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND MY HORN AND STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS BECAME DISABLED SIMULTANEOUSLY AS I WAS IN MOTION DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. NOW MY AIRBAG AND HORN/BUTTONS ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 6, 2021
Incident date: Mar 29, 2021
EXISTING NHTSA RECALL 69L2 BUT ON DIFFERENT MODEL YEAR - VW DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG AND HORN/STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS DISABLED. MY AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND MY HORN AND STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS BECAME DISABLED SIMULTANEOUSLY AS I WAS IN MOTION DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. NOW MY AIRBAG AND HORN/BUTTONS ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Apr 1, 2021
Incident date: Mar 30, 2021
I PURCHASED MY 2016 VW GOLF SPORTWAGEN IN 2019. SOON AFTER, THERE WAS A RAINSTORM, AND I REALIZED THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF WAS LEAKING HEAVILY ALONG THE BACK PANEL OF THE CAR. THE DEALERSHIP I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE FROM HAD THE CAR FOR ABOUT A MONTH, AND WAS ABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, AS WELL AS REPL... Read more
AIR BAGS Feb 3, 2021
Incident date: Feb 3, 2021
MY STEERING CLOCK SPRING FAILED AT 37K MILES, THERE'S A RECALL BUT VW SAID MY CAR IS NOT AFFECTED, HOWEVER MANY PEOPLE ON THE FORUMS AND CAR GROUPS HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE MORE THAN ONCE, SOME COVERED SOME NOT.
STEERING Feb 3, 2021
Incident date: Feb 3, 2021
MY STEERING CLOCK SPRING FAILED AT 37K MILES, THERE'S A RECALL BUT VW SAID MY CAR IS NOT AFFECTED, HOWEVER MANY PEOPLE ON THE FORUMS AND CAR GROUPS HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE MORE THAN ONCE, SOME COVERED SOME NOT.
AIR BAGS Jan 20, 2021
Incident date: Jan 19, 2021
AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON
AIR BAGS Dec 30, 2020
Incident date: Dec 1, 2020
CLOCK SPRING HAS FAILED WITH HORN AND AIRBAG MALFUNCTION.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 30, 2020
Incident date: Dec 1, 2020
CLOCK SPRING HAS FAILED WITH HORN AND AIRBAG MALFUNCTION.
ENGINE Dec 11, 2020
Incident date: Nov 27, 2020
2016 VW GOLF SPORTWAGEN EXPERIENCED A COOLANT LEAK AT THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING/WATER PUMP AT APPROXIMATELY 76,000 MILES. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON ISSUE WITH THE 1.8 ENGINE. DIAGNOSED BY THE VW DEALER AS WELL AS A SEPARATE INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. BOTH RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT OF THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING... Read more
POWER TRAIN Dec 11, 2020
Incident date: Nov 27, 2020
2016 VW GOLF SPORTWAGEN EXPERIENCED A COOLANT LEAK AT THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING/WATER PUMP AT APPROXIMATELY 76,000 MILES. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON ISSUE WITH THE 1.8 ENGINE. DIAGNOSED BY THE VW DEALER AS WELL AS A SEPARATE INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. BOTH RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT OF THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 11, 2020
Incident date: Nov 5, 2020
THERMOSTAT HOUSING LEAKING WITH JUST A LITTLE OVER 60K MILES - JUST OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY. COST IS ABOUT $1000 AS IT IS POORLY PLACED FOR REPLACEMENT. HAVE READ MANY OTHER COMPLAINTS OF THIS.
ENGINE Nov 11, 2020
Incident date: Nov 5, 2020
THERMOSTAT HOUSING LEAKING WITH JUST A LITTLE OVER 60K MILES - JUST OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY. COST IS ABOUT $1000 AS IT IS POORLY PLACED FOR REPLACEMENT. HAVE READ MANY OTHER COMPLAINTS OF THIS.
AIR BAGS Sep 3, 2020
Incident date: Aug 17, 2020
48K MILES, 2016 VW SPORTSWAGEN, FAULTY CLOCKSPRING. REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN THERE WAS A CRINKLING,CRUNCHING SOUND WHICH CAME FROM THE STEERING WHEEL COLUMN, VERY INNOCUOUS NOISE, LIKE A PIECE OF PAPER WAS CAUGHT IN THE COLUMN. IMMEDIATELY A WARNING APP... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Aug 24, 2020
Incident date: Aug 21, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE ODOR OF FUEL WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, WHILE REFUELING THE FUEL SPEWED BACK OUT OF THE FUEL FILLER NECK SOAKING THE PERSON FUELING THE VEHICLE. THE NEXT DAY WHILE... Read more
AIR BAGS Jun 18, 2020
Incident date: Jun 15, 2020
CLOCKSPRING FAILURE AT 32K MILES. TURNED CAR ON AND GOT AN AIRBAG WARNING AND ALL CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL ARE DEAD. OUT OF WARRANTY AND NOT PART OF THE RECALL ACCORDING TO VWOA. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 18, 2020
Incident date: Jun 15, 2020
CLOCKSPRING FAILURE AT 32K MILES. TURNED CAR ON AND GOT AN AIRBAG WARNING AND ALL CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL ARE DEAD. OUT OF WARRANTY AND NOT PART OF THE RECALL ACCORDING TO VWOA. *TR
STEERING Apr 21, 2020
Incident date: Mar 31, 2020
MY FIANCE'S VEHICLE HAS THE COMMON CLOCKSPRING ISSUE WHICH RENDERED ALL ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OF THE STEERING WHEEL INACTIVE (HORN, CRUISE CONTROL, AIR BAG, AND RADIO CONTROLS). ONE DAY SHE STARTED THE CAR AND SAW THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COME ON. I SCANNED THE VEHICLE AND IT HAD THE KNOWN "B10001 DRI... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN

2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen SW FWD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash — Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash — Passenger 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash — Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash — Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 13.4%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningOptional
Lane Departure WarningOptional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy — 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) 25.0 34.0 29.0 Regular $2,350
1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 25.0 35.0 28.0 Regular $2,400

CO2 Emissions: 310.0 g/mile (Small Station Wagons)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN

885 manufacturer communications from 520 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL117
350000 EQUIPMENT112
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING72
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM65
060000 ENGINE (PWS)49
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE42
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER33
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL32
V171905201285571 Apr 10, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW Engine oil quality standards
DC 60E260E5_EXP2 Mar 26, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
In some sunroof-equipped vehicles, the front sunroof drains can become blocked with moist debris. If this happens, water could leak into the passenger compartment. Expiration date announcement
DC 60E260E5_EXP2 Mar 26, 2024
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
In some sunroof-equipped vehicles, the front sunroof drains can become blocked with moist debris. If this happens, water could leak into the passenger compartment. Expiration date announcement
DC 60E2_60E5_EXP Feb 27, 2024
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
In some sunroof-equipped vehicles, the front sunroof drains can become blocked with moist debris. If this happens, water could leak into the passenger compartment. Updated expiration date.
Circ_60E5_EXP Feb 27, 2024
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
In some sunroof-equipped vehicles, the front sunroof drains can become blocked with moist debris. If this happens, water could leak into the passenger compartment. Updated expiration date.
V171901201285570 Feb 22, 2024
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285569 Jan 25, 2024
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285569 Jan 25, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW Engine oil quality standards
TT 87 19 02_3 Jan 18, 2024
138410 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR:CLUTCH
A/C Compressor leak diagnosis
TT 87 19 02_3 Jan 18, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
A/C Compressor leak diagnosis
TT 91 24 01 Jan 11, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Addressing Cybersecurity or Vehicle Hack concerns
V691901201047916 Jan 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.
V171901201285568 Nov 22, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285568 Nov 22, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VW Engine oil quality standards
V871810204370421 Nov 13, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Reporting procedure for A/C compressor replacement regardless of the reason for failure. Update to model year applicability and new warranty GFF labor operation number
DC_3GSunsetUPD Oct 31, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
3G Sunset Update
V171901201285567 Oct 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW Engine oil quality standards
SunroofFAQ_V2 Sep 28, 2023
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This Document informs dealers on the Sunroof Class Action Limited Warranty Extension FAQ for commonly asked questions. Revised to include info on how to proceed with vehicles not applicable to the 60E2/60E5.
VWP-23-06_V2 Sep 28, 2023
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This Document informs dealers on the Sunroof Class Action Limited Warranty Extension revision. Revised to include info on how to proceed with vehicles not applicable to the 60E2/60E5.
V171905201285566 Sep 28, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW Engine oil quality standards
V271901201189425 Sep 7, 2023
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Battery Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS Charger. Update Tool terminology
V0018092053065_4 Sep 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
SunroofFAQ Aug 22, 2023
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This Document informs dealers on the Sunroof Class Action Limited Warranty Extension FAQ for commonly asked questions
VWP-23-06 Aug 22, 2023
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This Document informs dealers on the Sunroof Class Action Limited Warranty Extension
Circular60e5rev2 Aug 22, 2023
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Reopening this service action for unrepaired vehicles in order to support a class action settlement.
V171901201285565 Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
TT 001601_6 Aug 3, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Helpline & Parts Dept. contact information.
V271503201607612 Jul 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Diagnostic assistance for excessive static current draw
V171901201285564 Jul 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V271901201189424 Jun 28, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
V2719012011894_2 Jun 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
V011812201460319 Jun 27, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.
V171803203720116 Jun 26, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Correct engine oil level during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
V371802203397511 Jun 21, 2023
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements
V171901201285563 Jun 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
V171901201285563 Jun 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
V171806201781318 Jun 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
V171806201781318 Jun 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
V011615201481517 Jun 15, 2023
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
V011615201481517 Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
V001713203384619 Jun 15, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline fuel additive
V0116132033805_8 Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Diagnostic Aid for engine misfire.
V3416022034406_6 Jun 15, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.
V3416022034406_6 Jun 15, 2023
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.
V171901201285562 May 30, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V191701202254810 May 22, 2023
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Introduce new engine coolant compatible with all models and all model years.
TT 27 20 02_3 May 4, 2023
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.
TT 27 20 02_3 May 4, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.
V171901201285560 Apr 24, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
TT 57 21 01_5 Mar 23, 2023
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
KESSY Key Adaptation.
V171901201285559 Mar 21, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards
V271902203397810 Mar 16, 2023
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Generator Replacement
V4016012043146_2 Feb 20, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Strut or Shock leak assessment.
DC_60E2_60E5_CLS Feb 10, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Closure announcement for the 60E2 and 60E5 actions
VWP-23-01 Feb 6, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Document informs dealers on VWP-23-01
V171901201285558 Feb 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
V691901201047915 Feb 2, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment. Update to model year applicability.
V691901201047915 Feb 2, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment. Update to model year applicability.
TT 91 23 01 Jan 26, 2023
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Radio knob replacement instead of radio replacement w/ knob part number.
V171901201285557 Jan 12, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
V4418012043620_6 Dec 13, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Required Alignment Submission form.
V171901201285556 Dec 12, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
V941901201152119 Dec 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2023.
V271901201189422 Dec 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
WLA-22-15 Nov 16, 2022
263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
ACC Calibration Process
V871810204370417 Nov 10, 2022
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.
V871810204370417 Nov 10, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.
V0019042054866_6 Nov 8, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instruction for set-up of SD creator to obtain Software updates. Bulletin updated to include additional certificate information.
V171901201285555 Nov 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
V0019042054866_5 Oct 24, 2022
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Instruction for set-up of SD creator to obtain Software updates. Bulletin updated to include additional model year applicability.
V171901201285554 Oct 18, 2022
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil ) excluding Routan & ID.4attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
TT 27 20 02_2 Oct 13, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Battery adaptation when battery labels are missing. Update to model year applicability.
VWP-22-12 Sep 27, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-12
V0017062033708_8 Sep 6, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
update to required vehicle wash shampoo.
V171901201285553 Aug 30, 2022
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
V3416022034406_5 Aug 25, 2022
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Manual transmission noise diagnostic assistance
CT_batt_charger Aug 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Minimum battery charger requirements during software updates
TT 87 19 02_2 Aug 11, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Additional instruction before replacing A/C compressor. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
V171901201285551 Aug 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
V171901201285551 Aug 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
V171901201285550 Jun 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include model year 2023 and the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
V171806201781317 Jun 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine oil consumption measurement.
TT 20 09 01_5 Jun 23, 2022
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.
TT 20 09 01_5 Jun 23, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.
TT 20 09 01_5 Jun 23, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.
V011812201460318 Jun 22, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction. Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.
V011812201460318 Jun 22, 2022
119111 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction. Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.
V461902201517331 Jun 22, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake Rotor, Vibration / Pulsation. Addition of mandatory brake form and reference to Volkswagen Warranty Policy and Procedures Manual.
VWP-22-06_V2 Jun 21, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06. Revised to reflect the Vehicle Eligibility
VWP-22-06_V2 Jun 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06. Revised to reflect the Vehicle Eligibility
V0116132033805_6 Jun 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine misfire diagnostic aid.
V011615201481514 Jun 15, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline quality.
V171901201285548 Jun 15, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW engine oil specifications. Update to model year applicability.
V171901201285548 Jun 15, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW engine oil specifications. Update to model year applicability.
V3718022033975_8 Jun 14, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Auto Trans fluid requirements.
V001713203384615 Jun 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Recommended fuel additive to avoid engine misfires.
V171803203720113 Jun 13, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Checking engine oil during PDI.
V171803203720113 Jun 13, 2022
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Checking engine oil during PDI.
WaterPumpFAQ Jun 10, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06
VWP-22-06 Jun 10, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

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VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN across all model years (2015–2019).

20 Total Recalls
240 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
19 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2019 5 12 View
2018 5 19 View
2017 4 51 View
2016 (current) 3 72
2015 3 83 View
2013 0 3 View

Other VOLKSWAGEN Models

Model Recalls Complaints
JETTA 249 14,075 View
GOLF 190 2,084 View
PASSAT 185 10,492 View
BEETLE 157 3,629 View
GTI 116 1,926 View
ID.4 115 1,606 View
ATLAS 101 2,700 View
TIGUAN 78 3,173 View