2004 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

6 recalls, 33 complaints - 334 TSBs

14E007000 Mar 7, 2014
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/s... Read more
Consequence
A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.
50 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: The Gates Corporation
09E025000 May 11, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
42,540 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: DOPE, INC.
09E012000 Apr 7, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
16,270 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
07E023000 Mar 29, 2007
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Defect Description
CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAI... Read more
Consequence
LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.
13,128 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: CARDONE INDUSTRIES, INC.
07V063000 Feb 20, 2007
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER, WAGON, AND CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OR WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION IF IT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.
Consequence
THE BRAKE LIGHTS COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE, OR REMAIN ON. FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE PROPER SIGNAL WHEN BRAKING COULD LEAD TO A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NEWLY DESIGNED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2007, AND WILL BE CONDUCTED IN SEVERAL STAGGERED MAILINGS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 21, 2007. VEHICLES WITHIN THE MAKE, MODEL, AND MODEL YEAR OF THIS POPULATION MAY BE INVOLVED IN EITHER THIS RECALL OR... Read more
1,002,000 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
04V586000 Dec 15, 2004
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE HIGH PRESSURE DIESEL PUMPS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPER FASTENER, WHICH COULD ALLOW DIESEL FUEL TO ESCAPE FROM THE PUMP.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY LEAD TO A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DIESEL PUMP. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 8, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
19,284 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC

Complaint Statistics

33 total complaints 3 crashes 1 fires 1 deaths

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL2
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY2
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL2
AIR BAGS2
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH2
EQUIPMENT1
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL1
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 14, 2019
Incident date: Aug 21, 2019
CAR WILL SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING AROUND TOWN OR CRUISING ON THE HIGHWAY (VERY DANGEROUS) ONCE FUEL TANK DROPS TO 1/4 TANK. I BELIEVE IT TO BE FAULTY FUEL PUMP DESIGN.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 27, 2018
Incident date: Jul 25, 2018
I STARTED SMELLING FUEL INSIDE MY CAR, AND I REPLACED THE GAS CAP. THE SMELL KEPT GETTING STRONGER AND IT GAVE ME HEADACHES WHILE DRIVING. TODAY I OPENED UP THE BACK SEAT TO EXPOSE THE FUEL PUMP AND THE PUMP LEAKS AND FROM THE TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP WHERE THE CONNECTORS AND IT FILLS UP WITH LIQUID GAS... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Oct 31, 2012
Incident date: Oct 8, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT GASOLINE FUEL FUMES WERE EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THERE WAS A FUEL LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 3, 2012
Incident date: Apr 23, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 50 MPH WHEN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE DECELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO CONFIRMED THAT THE WIRING FOR THE FUSE BOX NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED.... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Sep 30, 2011
Incident date: Sep 29, 2011
I NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF DIESEL FUEL WHILE DRIVING MY CAR. NEXT I NOTICED SMOKE COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD. I TOOK MY CAR TO AUTOHAUS IN ROYAL OAK, MI WHERE THEY DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS A LEAK IN THE RETURN FUEL LINE. *TR
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 3, 2010
Incident date: Mar 1, 2010
MY 2004 VW GOLF WAS RUNNING ROUGH. THE RPM'S WERE VERY HIGH BUT THE CAR WAS GOING VERY SLOW. I HAD NEW SPARK PLUGS AND IGNITION WIRES PUT IN. AFTER A HEAVY RAIN A FEW WEEKS LATER I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS TIME I HAD A NEW IGNITION COIL PUT IN. IN TOTAL I SPENT $699.24 HAVING THE CAR REPAIRED... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL Sep 28, 2009
Incident date: Jul 9, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT SMELLED A FUEL ODOR EMANATING FROM HIS VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION HE NOTICED A FUEL LEAK. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY LEAD TO A FIRE. HIS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS EXCLUDED FROM RECALL# 04V586000 (FUEL ... Read more
STRUCTURE Jul 17, 2009
Incident date: Nov 16, 2008
SUN ROOF LEAKS. NOTICED A MUSTY SMELL, WINDOWS FOGGING OVER EASILY, DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT THAT WAS WET, WET RUG IN THE REAR BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT AND FINALLY WET HEAD LINER AND SIDE PANELS IN REAR OF CAR ALSO ON THE DRIVER SIDE. CHECKED THE SUN ROOF DRAINS AND THEY WERE CLEAR AND THE SUN ROOF TRAY HAD... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER Feb 2, 2009
Incident date: Jan 31, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP RECEIVING AN OIL CHANGE, THE MECHANIC NOTICED FUEL LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE TANDEM FUEL PUMP FAILED AND WAS LEAKING FUEL FROM THE OUTSIDE OF THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAI... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL May 23, 2008
Incident date: May 17, 2008
TANK MOUNTED FUEL PUMP FAILED RESULTING IN LOSS OF POWER DIFFICULTY IN STARTING AND RUNNING. CAR DRIVEN HOME BUT NOT REALLY OPERABLE. *TR
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM Mar 19, 2008
Incident date: Mar 18, 2008
THE LOWER 1/4 OF THE REAR WINDOW DEFROST DOES NOT WORK. THE TOP 3/4 OF THE REAR WINDOW CLEAR WHEN I USE THE DEFROST FEATURE; THE LOWER 1/4 DOES NOT. *TR
AIR BAGS Jan 8, 2008
Incident date: Aug 14, 2007
DRIVING A 2004 VW GOLF GL AT ABOUT 30 MPH AND REAR-ENDED AN SUV. THE FRONT END OF THE GOLF WAS SMASHED IN ALL THE WAY TO THE RADIATOR. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT RELEASE AT EITHER THE DRIVERS NOR THE PASSENGER SIDE. *TR
Crash
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH Dec 16, 2007
Incident date: Dec 15, 2007
WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON I-35 IN KANSAS AT ABOUT 60 MPH ON DECEMBER 13, 3007 AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 PM, THE LATCH TO MY VEHICLE RELEASED WITHOUT WARNING AND CAUSED THE HOOD OF MY VEHICLE TO FLY UP IMPAIRING MY VIEW. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY AND CALLED THE KANSAS HIGHWAY P... Read more
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY Nov 24, 2007
Incident date: Nov 8, 2007
MY WIFE WAS TAKING A SHORT TRIP TO PICK ME UP FROM WORK IN OUR 2004 VW GOLF, WHEN THE CLUTCH FAILED SUDDENLY AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. SHE WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE, BUT THE CLUTCH WAS FAILING TO FULLY DISENGAGE. FORTUNATELY, SHE WAS ON SURFACE STREETS AND DID NOT HAVE TO DRIVE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. WE LIMPED ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY Aug 16, 2007
Incident date: Jul 5, 2007
THE DUAL-MASS FLYWHEEL CAME APART IN MY VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI (2004) CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN SHIFTING AND NEED FOR PREMATURE CLUTCH REPLACEMENT. THE PROBLEM STARTED NEARLY A MONTH BEFORE I HAD IT DIAGNOSED AT THE DEALER AS A BAD CLUTCH. *JB
AIR BAGS Apr 2, 2007
Incident date: Mar 30, 2007
DEFECTIVE SIDE AIRBAG. THEY SAID IT IS TEARING OUT AND THE WANT $600.00 TO FIX SOMETHING 3-4 YEARS OLD. *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH Jul 15, 2006
Incident date: Jul 14, 2006
GLOW PLUG LIGHT BEGAN TO FLASH WHILE DRIVING, RESEARCHED THIS PROBLEM ON THE INTERNET AND FOUND THAT THERE HAVE BEEN RECALLS FOR PREVIOUS MODEL YEARS AND CHECKED MY VEHICLE. THOUGH MY VEHICLE DOES NOT FALL INTO THE RECALL YEARS AND I HAVE NOT RECEIVED AN NOTIFICATION ABOUT A RECALL THE BRAKE LIGHT S... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH Jul 15, 2006
Incident date: Jul 14, 2006
GLOW PLUG LIGHT BEGAN TO FLASH WHILE DRIVING, RESEARCHED THIS PROBLEM ON THE INTERNET AND FOUND THAT THERE HAVE BEEN RECALLS FOR PREVIOUS MODEL YEARS AND CHECKED MY VEHICLE. THOUGH MY VEHICLE DOES NOT FALL INTO THE RECALL YEARS AND I HAVE NOT RECEIVED AN NOTIFICATION ABOUT A RECALL THE BRAKE LIGHT S... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH Jul 15, 2006
Incident date: May 8, 2006
THE HOOD LATCH FAILED RESULTING IN THE HOOD FLIPPING UP AND SHATTERING THE WINDSHIELD AND DAMAGING THE FRONT FENDERS AND HOOD. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL Jul 10, 2006
Incident date: Apr 18, 2006
2004 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI 1.9 I NOTICED THE FUEL MILEAGE STARTED TO DECREASE AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO PRODUCE EXCESS SMOKE. THE PROBLEM CONTINUED TO GET WORSE OVER THE COURSE OF THE NEXT 2 MONTHS. THE OIL CHANGES WERE CONDUCTED WITH 0W40 SYNTHETIC OIL RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURE. THE FUEL FI... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Sep 8, 2005
Incident date: Aug 31, 2005
THE ENGINE MADE A SOUND AS IF AIR UNDER PRESSURE WAS BEING RELEASED, ALONG WITH A QUITE NOTICEABLE VIBRATION WHEN TURNING IT OFF ON THE EVENING OF 30 AUG 2005. ENROUTE TO THE DEALER TO BE CHECKED ON 31 AUG 2005, WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP, I PUSHED THE BRAKE PEDAL TO THE FLOOR, TWICE, WITH NO RESPONSE... Read more
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER Jul 31, 2005
Incident date: Feb 10, 2005
TURBO FAILED ON MY 2004 GOLF TDI (100HP) TWO MONTHS AFTER I BOUGHT THE CAR. THE DEALER TOLD ME THIS WAS UNUSUAL, BUT HAD TO SEND TO GERMANY FOR A REPLACEMENT TURBO UNIT. THE CAR DOES NOT SEEM TO HAVE THE SAME PEP SINCE THE NEW TURBO UNIT WAS INSTALLED. I HAVE HEARD OF ONE OTHER CASE WHERE THE TURBO ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 8, 2005
Incident date: Jun 30, 2005
DT: THE CONSUMER STATES THAT ON JUNE 30, 2005, HIS VEHICLE BURNED TO THE GROUND, VW 2004 TURBO DIESEL GOLF. THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE CONSUMER STARTED SMELLING SMOKE. A FEW MINUTES LATER THE VEHICLE WAS FILLED WITH SMOKE AND THE CONSUMER COULD NOT SEE. THE CONSUMER STOPPED THE CAR... Read more
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL Mar 3, 2005
Incident date: Jul 4, 2004
OWNER WAS DRIVING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL MODE AND THE CRUISE CONTROL STAYED ENGAGED AT 55 MPH AND VEHICLE WENT OFF THE ROAD INTO A DITCH. VEHICLE WENT THROUGH ALL KINDS OF DEBRIS, AND HIT A TREE STUMP. THEN, WENT AIRBORNE INTO A TREE. THE DRIVER WAS KILLED INSTANTLY.*AK
Crash 1 deaths
TIRES:TREAD/BELT Nov 22, 2004
Incident date: Nov 17, 2004
WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SWERVED TO THE RIGHT WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND PULLED OVER. THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE TREAD WAS SEPARATING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB THE CONSUMER REPLACED BOTH FR... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Sep 29, 2004
Incident date: Sep 24, 2004
CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR REPAIRS DUE TO TRANSMISSION SLIPPING. LESS THAN 2,000 MILES THE SAME ISSUE OCCURRED AGAIN, TRANSMISSION SLIPPED AFTER BEING DRIVEN FOR WHILE.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL Jul 14, 2004
Incident date: Jul 13, 2004
FAILURE TO WARN.FOR SAFETY REASONS, 2004 VOLKSWAGEN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 100-HP TDI DIESEL ENGINE OPTION REQUIRE USE OF A SPECIAL ENGINE OIL FOR ALL OIL CHANGES AND TOPPING OFF OF THE OIL LEVEL.*AK VOLKSWAGEN HAS STATED THAT FOR THESE ENGINES, "FAILURE TO USE ENGINE OIL FOR YOUR ENGINE THAT ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Feb 26, 2004
THE EPC LIGHT ILLUMINATED THEN THE ENGINE CUT COMPLETELY OFF. *PH VEHICLE'S EPC LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS AT 798, 1,029 AND 1,110 MILES RESPECTIVELY. ON THE FIRST TWO REPAIRS, THEY FOUND PROBLEMS WITH THE THROTTLE. *LA (THROTTLE VALVE CONTROL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, IDLE AIR CO... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Feb 26, 2004
THE EPC LIGHT ILLUMINATED THEN THE ENGINE CUT COMPLETELY OFF. *PH VEHICLE'S EPC LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS AT 798, 1,029 AND 1,110 MILES RESPECTIVELY. ON THE FIRST TWO REPAIRS, THEY FOUND PROBLEMS WITH THE THROTTLE. *LA (THROTTLE VALVE CONTROL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, IDLE AIR CO... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Feb 26, 2004
THE EPC LIGHT ILLUMINATED THEN THE ENGINE CUT COMPLETELY OFF. *PH VEHICLE'S EPC LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS AT 798, 1,029 AND 1,110 MILES RESPECTIVELY. ON THE FIRST TWO REPAIRS, THEY FOUND PROBLEMS WITH THE THROTTLE. *LA (THROTTLE VALVE CONTROL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, IDLE AIR CO... Read more
SEAT BELTS Apr 4, 2004
Incident date: Apr 1, 2004
I BOUGHT A NEW VW GOLF IN FEBRUARY 2004. AT ABOUT 6:30 P.M. ON 4/1, I DROVE OVER A POTHOLE (OR SOME BUMP IN THE ROAD) WHILE DRIVING ON STORROW DRIVE IN BOSTON AND SUDDENLY TWO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF MY CAR AND MY SEAT BELT APPEARED TO RECOIL. THE TWO AIRBAGS THAT DEPLOYED WERE THE ... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL Apr 4, 2004
Incident date: Apr 1, 2004
I BOUGHT A NEW VW GOLF IN FEBRUARY 2004. AT ABOUT 6:30 P.M. ON 4/1, I DROVE OVER A POTHOLE (OR SOME BUMP IN THE ROAD) WHILE DRIVING ON STORROW DRIVE IN BOSTON AND SUDDENLY TWO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF MY CAR AND MY SEAT BELT APPEARED TO RECOIL. THE TWO AIRBAGS THAT DEPLOYED WERE THE ... Read more
EQUIPMENT Apr 4, 2004
Incident date: Apr 1, 2004
I BOUGHT A NEW VW GOLF IN FEBRUARY 2004. AT ABOUT 6:30 P.M. ON 4/1, I DROVE OVER A POTHOLE (OR SOME BUMP IN THE ROAD) WHILE DRIVING ON STORROW DRIVE IN BOSTON AND SUDDENLY TWO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF MY CAR AND MY SEAT BELT APPEARED TO RECOIL. THE TWO AIRBAGS THAT DEPLOYED WERE THE ... Read more

EPA Fuel Economy, 2004 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
1.9L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 32.0 42.0 36.0 Diesel $2,200
1.9L 4-cyl, Automatic (S5) (Front-Wheel Drive) 28.0 39.0 32.0 Diesel $2,500
2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 21.0 28.0 24.0 Regular $2,550
2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 21.0 28.0 24.0 Regular $2,550

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

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

Technical Service Bulletins, 2004 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

334 manufacturer communications from 205 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT35
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL34
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM28
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING19
060000 ENGINE (PWS)17
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE16
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER15
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER11
V171901201285565 Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
V171901201285562 May 30, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V171901201285560 Apr 24, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
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.
SM 48-2022 Jun 15, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
A002155201173212 Dec 15, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
V171901201285534 May 11, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V871806201994714 May 12, 2020
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1A
V941901201152115 Apr 21, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
V011812_2014603 Dec 5, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update model applicability to MY 2020.
V011812_2014603 Dec 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update model applicability to MY 2020.
V171901_2012855 Nov 25, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V871806_2019947 Nov 7, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Include new special tool adapter and 2018 model year Jetta only
V871811_2043893 Nov 4, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to mode; and model year applicability.
SM 102-2019 Oct 31, 2019
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
V171901_2012855 Oct 29, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V171901_2012855 Oct 29, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
SM 80-2019 Oct 1, 2019
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Parts are currently blocked from sale at this time.
V171901_2012855 Sep 24, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
V001901_2040590 Sep 10, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Include additional photo's of water ingress. Also includes 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
TT 001202 Aug 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT 001202........Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
QRUG08212019 Aug 21, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Quick Reference Update Guide.
V171901_2012855 Aug 19, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards. Also includes 2004 and 2005 Jetta Wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
30DayInvCklst Aug 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references. ADDED EFB to "Select correct battery type" in bottom box. Also Jetta Wagon 2005 and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB.
V011812_2014603 Jul 29, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update vehicle metadata to include pull ahead models. Also includes R32 2002-2007 and 2002-2006 Jetta Wagon.
V171901_2012855 Jul 16, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine oil quality standards. Also includes all models for 1997-2003. Also Rabbit from 2006-2009.
VOS-19-17 Jul 3, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This document outlines updates to the diagnostic software (ODIS).
VOS-19-17 Jul 3, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This document outlines updates to the diagnostic software (ODIS).
171901_2012855 Jun 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Remote Key Battery Replacement
171901_2012855 Jun 13, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Remote Key Battery Replacement
V871812-2005566 Jun 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Update vehicle metadata.
V871812-2005566 Jun 12, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update vehicle metadata.
SM 33-2019 Mar 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
TT 91 19 01 Mar 22, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
TT 91 19 01 Mar 22, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
V171901-2012855 Mar 12, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
Gasoline Engine Feb 27, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document
V271901-2011894 Feb 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
V941901-2011521 Feb 18, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
V871812-2005566 Nov 13, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update vehicle metadata.
TT 10 12 01 Sep 28, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine replacement tip
V871809-2005566 Aug 20, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
To include an additional model year applicability.
V871809-2005566 Aug 20, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
To include an additional model year applicability.
V011812-2014603 Aug 13, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Update content and include additional models and model year applicability.
A971861 2013504- Jun 6, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.
TT001703 Nov 10, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
TT 961011 Sep 19, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Update to model year applicability.
TT 961011 Sep 19, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update to model year applicability.
TT 271002 Sep 14, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.
TT 271002 Sep 14, 2017
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.
TT 200901 Aug 18, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
V171701 2012855 Jul 5, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
17 17 01 July 5, 2017 2012855 Supersedes Technical Bulletin 17-16-02 (V171602) dated April 29, 2016 due to updated oil standards lists to current specifications. Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
SM 44-2017 EN Jun 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
VHW-17-11 Jun 22, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide
Quick Reference Mar 13, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns Updated
1-2017 Update Feb 1, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.
V691601 2010479 Oct 31, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2017.
TT 00-16-02 Oct 28, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that cannot be re-used
V871622 2019947 Oct 24, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Update to model year applicability.
V011615 2014815 Oct 20, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update to include additional model year applicability.
V871620 2005566 Oct 12, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model and model year applicability.
TT 97-12-02 Sep 23, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.
TT001601 Sep 23, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Contacting the parts helpline
TT001601 Sep 23, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Contacting the parts helpline
V551613_2039446 Jul 13, 2016
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
TO UPDATE MODEL TABLE TO CLARIFY JETTA WAGON APPLICABILITY TO TB CONTENT.
V571605-2038887 Jun 9, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
To update Claim processing statement.
V551612-2039446 Jun 9, 2016
162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Corrosion may be found on the folded edge of the hood. Supersedes TB V551603
V501606_2011761 Jun 7, 2016
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
TO UPDATE CLAIM PROCESSING STATEMENT.
Ref. - Reflash U May 20, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Quick Reference Update Guide of the vehicles expected upgraded software level. The latest corresponding technical bulletins that address the issues, and concerns that have been had with the vehicles.
TT 97-14-02 Apr 29, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECH TIP DENOTING POTENTIAL FOR DAMAGE OF THE DATA LINK CONNECTOR WHEN USING AFTER MARKET PLUG IN DEVICES OR SCAN TOOLS AND SUBSEQUENT DIAGNOSTIC DIRECTION.
TT 97-14-02 Apr 29, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TECH TIP DENOTING POTENTIAL FOR DAMAGE OF THE DATA LINK CONNECTOR WHEN USING AFTER MARKET PLUG IN DEVICES OR SCAN TOOLS AND SUBSEQUENT DIAGNOSTIC DIRECTION.
V501604 2014370 Mar 28, 2016
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Technical Bulletin about Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches New vehicles (prior to Retail Delivery) with swirl marks and or fine scratches from polishing or cleaning. The document also have infromation about where to fi
TT 97-14-02ss1 Mar 4, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
V551603 2039446 Feb 17, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Document discusses Corrosion that may be found on the folded edge of the hood. The corrosion may be found on this edge anywhere around the hood. It discusses how to service it, and document that service. It discusses where to find what appl
TB551603 Feb 17, 2016
162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Corrosion on hood edge.
TB551603 Feb 17, 2016
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Corrosion on hood edge.
Edition173 Feb 15, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
Update 02122016 Feb 12, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns Updated
TB011602 Feb 5, 2016
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline quality.
V011602 2014815 Feb 5, 2016
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Technical tips on what to do if improper gasoline has been added to the vehicle.
TB501602 Feb 3, 2016
200000 WHEELS
Corrosion, Front fenders, at upper wheel opening.
V501602 2011761 Feb 3, 2016
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Document refers to Surface corrosion or corrosion perforation that can occur on various locations around the front wheel arch. It gives examples on where to check for repair coverage from warranties, fixing possible issues, and how to docu
V501602 2011761 Feb 3, 2016
200000 WHEELS
Document refers to Surface corrosion or corrosion perforation that can occur on various locations around the front wheel arch. It gives examples on where to check for repair coverage from warranties, fixing possible issues, and how to docu
Newsletter Jan 25, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletins.
Elsa Newsletter Jan 25, 2016
200000 WHEELS
Summary of Technical Bulletin to include additional model and model year applicability. Corrosion, Front Fenders, at Upper Wheel Opening (U.S. Only)
Newsletter Jan 25, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Technical Bulletins.
Airbag Jan 22, 2016
140000 AIR BAGS
Airbag Issues.
V501601 2011761 Jan 19, 2016
200000 WHEELS
Information on areas Surface corrosion or corrosion perforation can occur on various locations around the front wheel arch. Also gives examples of how to calculate cost to repair or replace
V501601 2011761 Jan 19, 2016
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Information on areas Surface corrosion or corrosion perforation can occur on various locations around the front wheel arch. Also gives examples of how to calculate cost to repair or replace
2011761 Jan 19, 2016
200000 WHEELS
Surface corrosion or corrosion perforation can occur on various locations around the front wheel arch.
V921502 2026253 Jul 22, 2015
130000 VISIBILITY
Technical Bulletin (Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear): Windshield or rear window is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or the surface feels rough. To avoid unnecessary replacement of wiper blades, the condition and cleanliness of the w
V571503 2038887 Jul 20, 2015
160000 STRUCTURE
Technical Bulletin (Corrosion on the Fold of the Front Inner Door): Corrosion under the door fold in the area of the extra seal and the Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) foil. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this
V571503 2038887 Jul 20, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletin (Corrosion on the Fold of the Front Inner Door): Corrosion under the door fold in the area of the extra seal and the Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) foil. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this
V871506 2019947 Jul 7, 2015
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or compon
V871506 2019947 Jul 7, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or compon
V871508 2005566 Jul 7, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first start
V871508 2005566 Jul 7, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first start
Elsa 6-29-15 Jun 29, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
Elsa 6-22-15 Jun 22, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

DP19003 Opened: Sep 3, 2019 , Closed: Jun 30, 2020
DP, Closed , Model Year: 2019
Vehicle Stalling - Manual Transmission
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has completed its review of a defect petition received on 14 August 2019 requesting an investigation of an alleged defect of the manual transmissions in Model Year (MY) 2019 Volkswagen (VW) GTI, Golf GTI and Jetta GLI vehicles. The stalling incidents cited o... Read more
DP05004 Opened: Aug 11, 2005 , Closed: Dec 8, 2005
DP, Closed , Model Year: 2000
ENGINE STALLING
BY LETTER RECEIVED ON JUNE 24, 2005, MR. RONALD M. STRICKLAND OF RALEIGH, NC, SUBMITTED A PETITION REQUESTING THAT THE AGENCY INVESTIGATE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE IGNITION COIL PLUGS ON MODEL YEAR (MY) 2000-2003 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA, GOLF AND PASSAT SEDANS.THE PETITIONER ALLEGES THAT HE HAD EXPERIENCED MU... Read more
PE04081 Opened: Dec 16, 2004 , Closed: Apr 1, 2005
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2001
INADVERTENT SIDE-AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH SIDE-THORAX AND SIDE-HEAD CURTAIN AIRBAGS TO PROTECT THE FRONT AND REAR OUTBOARD OCCUPANTS IN A SIDE-IMPACT CRASH.THIS INVESTIGATION IDENTIFIED A TOTAL OF 499 REPORTS (482 OWNERS REPORTS AND 17 WARRANTY CLAIMS).THE CRASH SENSING SYSTEM?S ALGORITHM MAY RECOGNIZE... Read more
PE04079 Opened: Nov 29, 2004 , Closed: Apr 19, 2005
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1999
FUEL PUMP LEAKS
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED ON NOVEMBER 29, 2004, BASED ON FIVE CONSUMER REPORTS ALLEGING FUEL LEAKING FROM THE FUEL PUMP.BY LETTER OF APRIL 14, 2004, VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA (VOLKSWAGEN) NOTIFIED THE AGENCY THAT IT WILL CONDUCT A SAFETY RECALL OF 35,000 GOLF AND GTI VEHICLES MANUFACTURED IN WOLFSBU... Read more
PE04073 Opened: Oct 19, 2004 , Closed: Dec 16, 2004
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2000
TURN SIGNAL/HAZARD FLASHER FAILURE
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED ON OCTOBER 19, 2004, BASED ON NINE REPORTS ON 2000 THROUGH 2001 JETTA AND GTI VEHICLES ALLEGING THAT THE TURN SIGNALS AND OR HAZARD FLASHERS FAIL TO BLINK, OR FLASH.SOME OF THE COMPLAINANTS REPORTED THAT THE LIGHTS WOULD BLINK ONLY A FEW TIMES AND THEN STOP.SEVERAL OF T... Read more
PE98037 Opened: Jul 1, 1998 , Closed: Jul 20, 1998
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1995
HOOD LATCH FAILURE
ODI HAS RECEIVED THREE REPORTS, INCLUDING THE PETITIONERS, REGARDING ALLEGED HOOD LATCH FAILURES.ALL OF THE ODI REPORTS INDICATE THE HOOD FLEW UP WHILE DRIVING.FOLLOWING A TELEPHONE INQUIRY, VOLKSWAGEN PROVIDED ODI WITH SOME LIMITED INFORMATION REGARDING SIX ADDITIONAL REPORTS OF HOOD FLY-UP FOR MOD... Read more
DP98006 Opened: Jun 11, 1998 , Closed: Jul 1, 1998
DP, Closed , Model Year: 1995
HOOD FLY-UP
There is no summary currently available
EA93008 Opened: Mar 3, 1993 , Closed: Sep 17, 1993
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1990
DETACHMENT OF BUMPER COVER
There is no summary currently available
PE92089 Opened: Dec 17, 1992 , Closed: Mar 3, 1993
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1990
DETACHMENT OF BUMPER COVER
There is no summary currently available
EA89006 Opened: Nov 30, 1988 , Closed: Oct 31, 1989
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1986
WINDSHIELD WIPERS
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PE88091 Opened: Aug 9, 1988 , Closed: Dec 9, 1988
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1987
HEATER CORE RUPTURE
There is no summary currently available
PE88049 Opened: Apr 27, 1988 , Closed: Nov 29, 1988
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1986
WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE
There is no summary currently available

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF across all model years (1985, 2021).

169 Total Recalls
2,101 Total Complaints
12 Investigations
90 Reported Crashes
48 Reported Fires
1 Reported Deaths

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF - Year by Year

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

Year Recalls Complaints
2023 0 22 View
2022 0 132 View
2021 1 12 View
2020 2 8 View
2019 6 88 View
2018 6 38 View
2017 5 145 View
2016 9 115 View
2015 12 184 View
2014 5 14 View
2013 5 67 View
2012 6 68 View
2011 6 151 View
2010 4 97 View
2009 0 5 View
2008 0 1 View
2007 0 2 View
2006 3 16 View
2005 4 27 View
2004 (current) 6 33
2003 6 33 View
2002 7 98 View
2001 9 152 View
2000 8 118 View
1999 7 76 View
1998 1 28 View
1997 0 25 View
1996 1 74 View
1995 5 84 View
1994 5 57 View
1993 5 11 View
1992 2 6 View
1991 3 11 View
1990 5 10 View
1989 4 41 View
1988 6 9 View
1987 4 4 View
1986 5 20 View
1985 6 15 View

Other VOLKSWAGEN Models

Model Recalls Complaints
JETTA 249 14,075 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
ATLAS CROSS SPORT 73 701 View