Volkswagen Golf recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
60 recalls found for the Volkswagen Golf in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 1,439 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
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Newest Volkswagen Golf recalls
- Feb 14, 202424V110000Fuel system, gasoline261,257 vehiclesAudi A3, Volkswagen Golf and 3 more models
Due to a problem with a suction jet pump seal inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system and possibly leak out of the charcoal canister.
- Aug 30, 202323V604000Electrical system62,538 vehiclesVolkswagen GTI, Jetta and 3 more models
The ignition switch may fail, especially in high temperature environments.
- Oct 31, 202222V815000Tires296,044 vehiclesVolkswagen Atlas, Audi A3 and 9 more models
The tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four tires simultaneously.
- Jul 27, 202222V543000Air bags1,216 vehiclesAudi A3, Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron and 8 more models
During air bag deployment, the front passenger air bag may explode or deploy improperly.
- May 5, 202121V321000Unknown or other46 vehiclesVolkswagen Golf R, Passat and 6 more models
These internal-use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may have been modified prior to sale.
- Nov 18, 202020V716000Back over prevention32,048 vehiclesVolkswagen Arteon, Atlas and 4 more models
The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze.
- Jun 24, 202020V372000Equipment2 vehicles2018 Volkswagen Golf
The VIN printed on the Federal Certification label may not match the actual VIN on the vehicle.
- Dec 11, 201919V879000Wheels8 vehiclesVolkswagen Golf, Golf Alltrack and 1 more model
The front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined, potentially causing excessive stress on the wheel, wheel bolts, or wheel bearings.
Do not drive until repaired
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