{"meta":{"dataset":"known-issues","title":"Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters — Volkswagen","level":"make","generated":"2026-09-20","source_freshness":"2026-09-20","source":"NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaints, grouped by failure theme by Wrench.Pro","source_url":"https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls","license":"CC BY 4.0 (derived data); underlying NHTSA records are US public domain","license_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/license","citation":"Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Volkswagen [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues","schema_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues#schema","method_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/methodology#known-issues","fields":["year","make","make_slug","model","model_slug","cluster_id","label","component_code","complaint_count","date_range","source_complaint_count","reviewed_at","quote_1_odi","quote_1_text","quote_2_odi","quote_2_text","quote_3_odi","quote_3_text","vehicle_page","data_page"]},"rows":[{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2019-ignition-switch-electrical-shutdown","label":"Ignition switch and electrical shutdown in hot weather","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)","source_complaint_count":533,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11738615","quote_1_text":"When the outside temperature is hot the car starts and within a minute or two gives a ‘start system faulty’ warning and the dash and all electronics shut off. The engine continues to run for a period before also shutting down. This happened a number of time and seems to be a…","quote_2_odi":"11680499","quote_2_text":"I was driving my car on a 100 degree day and and after about a block, a warning popped up on the little screen behind the steering wheel that said \"Ignition switch off, safely stop the vehicle\". I feel like the engine may have shut off, but I'm not sure as I just rolled to the…","quote_3_odi":"11679771","quote_3_text":"When outside temperatures get too hot, the electronics on my car completely shut off. I turn the key and within 1 minute, the electronics shut off and the display reads a message stating \"Starter system faulty. Please service vehicle\". This is a hazard, as the brake lights shut…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2019-fuel-evap-refueling","label":"EVAP and fuel tank refueling failures","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)","source_complaint_count":533,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11728131","quote_1_text":"It will not take fuel. I try very slowly to put fuel in it and it keeps shutting off at the pump. I took it to the VW Dealership and they said it was a stuck valve in the tank. That I would need a new gas tank and wanted to charge me $2000 to fix it. I took it to another place…","quote_2_odi":"11689551","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and being refueled, fuel was pouring out onto the ground. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with fuel tank failure. The…","quote_3_odi":"11672502","quote_3_text":"My 2019 Volkswagen Jetta cannot be refueled — gas nozzle clicks off instantly or overflows. The check engine light came on, and VW Corporate confirmed code P00FE, indicating a failure of the EVAP system vent valve. This is a sealed emissions component integrated with the fuel…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2019-camshaft-cover-bolts","label":"Camshaft cover bolts backing out and oil leakage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)","source_complaint_count":533,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11690714","quote_1_text":"Exhaust camshaft actuator oil cap bolts loosen and fall out and could cause engine failure. Volkswagen has issued a service bulletin for this problem but not a recall.","quote_2_odi":"11683100","quote_2_text":"Started car in the morning to go to work and 20 minutes later heard loud clunking coming from engine bay. Pulled over and got towed. Upper timing cover was removed and found that screws from camshaft phasers had backed out causing issue. Issue was confirmed at German car shop…","quote_3_odi":"11689580","quote_3_text":"MY Jetta is only 6 years old and has only 27,350 mileage when this issue happened. Low oil light came and took it to a Local Shop where they put it on a lift and saw oil all over the bottom of the car. The technician told me this car is not safe and you need to have it towed to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2019-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission and drivetrain power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)","source_complaint_count":533,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11734842","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that after driving and shifting into reverse(R), the vehicle failed to reverse as intended. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the valve body, the wiring harness, and all…","quote_2_odi":"11719231","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle lost automotive power intermittently, and the vehicle shuddered abnormally. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2019-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)","source_complaint_count":533,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11720998","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle. Upon further inspection, the sunroof glass panel had shattered. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was…","quote_2_odi":"11713050","quote_2_text":"Powered sunroof exploded while driving. Contacted Volkswagen and explained the issue to no avail. Also contacted local glass repair business that said they have replaced 3 sunroofs on the same vehicle for the same issue","quote_3_odi":"11695609","quote_3_text":"The panoramic sunroof randomly shattered while driving. Nothing hit it, and it wasnt opened or cracked.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2019-shift-lever-park-position","label":"Shift lever park-position message","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)","source_complaint_count":533,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11685142","quote_1_text":"I went to leave my workplace and got into my car with a message of “Only Exit Vehicle in a P Position. Please Service Vehicle”. I turned off my vehicle and restarted it and the message went away The next morning I got in my vehicle and the same message came back. Leaving my…","quote_2_odi":"11615683","quote_2_text":"The dashboard has light on with error message: Only exit vehicle in P position. Please service the vehicle. The light is on and off randomly during driving. Car is drivable even with the light on, but it will have the warning beep which is distractive for driver. There are…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-overhead-console-detachment","label":"Overhead console detaching from headliner","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11741540","quote_1_text":"While driving on freeway, the overhead console in my 2020 VW Tiguan suddenly fell down. At highway speeds , I thought I had been hit or something. It immediately obstructed the view through my wind shield and rear view. I had to rapidly pull over, narrowly averting a collision…","quote_2_odi":"11685743","quote_2_text":"Overhead console fell out of ceiling. Hanging by wires. This poses a danger especially when it falls during driving. It is a known vw issue. The plastic tabs at each of the 4 mounting points of the panel had cracked, and snapped causing the entire panel to fall down, dangling…","quote_3_odi":"11591326","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the center console had detached and struck the contact on the head. There were no serious injuries sustained; however, the contact stated a red mark was left on…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and PCV failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11706284","quote_1_text":"I am reporting excessive engine oil consumption on my 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The vehicle consumes approximately one quart of oil per 1,000 miles. The vehicle has already undergone multiple diagnostic and repair attempts, including PCV-related repairs, all paid by the owner…","quote_2_odi":"11690549","quote_2_text":"The crankcase breather valve (PCV system) on my 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan failed, which caused catastrophic engine damage. VW Southtown diagnosed the engine as condemned and stated that a full engine replacement is required. Prior to the engine being condemned, I have already…","quote_3_odi":"11685625","quote_3_text":"Exceeding manufacturer recommended oil consumption. Car emits white smok out of the exhaust upon start up. The vehicle has been in the shop three times for this problem. The first time valve seals were replaced. The second time the oil pressure regulator was replaced the third…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-electrical-shutdown-check-starter","label":"Electrical power loss with Check Starter System warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11715381","quote_1_text":"Car beeped and displayed warning stating that Ignition will turn off and Check Starter System on four separate occasions, resulting in loss of all electrical power including but not limited to headlights, brake lights, console display, speedometer, dashboard lights, turn…","quote_2_odi":"11594549","quote_2_text":"When the car is parked under the Sun on hot days. The car will lose the power and we get message on Dashboard \"Check Starter System\" When this happens and car is running, it will lose power, No AC, No Lights, No Brake Lights, No Hazard Lights, Speedometer will not work but…","quote_3_odi":"11656447","quote_3_text":"After sitting in the hot sun for an hour or so, turned it on, and got a \"check starter\" warning, and all the dash instruments went off. No lights, turn signals, brake lights. Radio worked, windows worked for a bit, then nothing. Had power steering and brakes. Had warning lights…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance braking without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11700200","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing the Driver Door Control Switch / EBS error. When this occurs my emergency break activates when I am driving, throwing me into a complete stop unexpectedly, pulls several check engine lights and a series of loud distracting alert sounds. This is extremely…","quote_2_odi":"11463284","quote_2_text":"Automatic emergency brakes engage when pulling into/out of slightly sloped ground. My vehicle has come to a halt while in the middle of a highway multiple times after pulling out of a parking lot where it is slightly sloped. The most recent time was 5/3/22, but it has happened…","quote_3_odi":"11459221","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance system and Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency braking engaged. The brake warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-sos-emergency-call-module","label":"SOS / Car-Net emergency call module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11718513","quote_1_text":"SOS button is not working. Console fell out of roof of car earlier this summer (a national recall) and now the SOS error J949 is not working, and because the SOS button isnt working neither is the bluetooth. This is absolutely due to the faulty console that had to be rewired…","quote_2_odi":"11645924","quote_2_text":"SOS malfunction light came on after downloading & syncing the car with the MyVW app. I took the car to the dealer & they said the module needs to be replaced & it would be $1500 because it’s out of warranty but it seems like in 2021 VW replaced it for free because it’s a known…","quote_3_odi":"11578385","quote_3_text":"SOS warning light malfunction, cannot make call to emergency services; was told it is a module that needs to be replaced for over $1000 dollars. Forums and chatrooms state this is a wide spread issue. Dealership does not deem to replace due to out of warranty. Malfunctioned…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-water-intrusion-mold","label":"Water intrusion and floor mold","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11590584","quote_1_text":"VW needs to handle this situation or I will be hiring a lawyer for a class action lawsuit. There are tons of people who are or have experienced what I’m experiencing with my Tiguan. White mold all through the middle seat carpet due to the floor air vents pushing air directly…","quote_2_odi":"11455800","quote_2_text":"Water coming in through sunroof and pooling in the back seat foot pans. Only reason I was aware was first because someone with the same vehicle told me it happened to them and second I began to see moisture and ice on the inside of the windshield. Also began to have a mold…","quote_3_odi":"11562003","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that water was entering the rear seat of the vehicle. The contact stated that the water intrusion had caused a short circuit in the vehicle and the vehicle was driving with Reduced Engine power. The contact stated…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-brake-booster-fault","label":"Brake booster fault warning","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11710024","quote_1_text":"While Driving Breaks got hard to push and car system made “beep” alert with words “Break booster fault” displayed on instrument panel. Pulled over and error went away. Checked brake booster and lines. Can not get it to duplicate. Read on Volkswagen forums online that this is…","quote_2_odi":"11526194","quote_2_text":"While just start the car and drive it for 2 or 3 minutes a loud alarm sound and my dash lit up in red saying \"BRAKE BOOSTER FAULTY\" the car brakes feel week and two minutes later it disappear and the brake returns to normal. my mechanic said that it is something that only the…","quote_3_odi":"11415833","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS BACKED OUT OF A PARKING SPACE IN A LOT. A POP WAS HEARD AND THE BRAKE THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND EVENTUALLY STOPPED. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL SHOWED FAULTY BRAKE BOOSTER. I HAD VW TOW THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY ORDERED A NEW BRAKE BOOSTER AND…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11532637","quote_1_text":"Driving on thruway at 65 when the left rear coil spring broke. There was a loud bang and pieces of the spring exited out onto the highway where several vehicles ran over them before they bounced off the road.","quote_2_odi":"11460386","quote_2_text":"While driving the rear driver-side coil snapped and cause the car to veer across a lane. The car was driveable but this almost caused an accident. We had the broken coil inspected by an independent repair shop.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-thermostat-housing-leak","label":"Thermostat housing and water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11577119","quote_1_text":"Thermostat/water pump housing leaking coolant at 20,000 miles. No damage to vehicle that caused this, seems to be a common issue with VW Golfs. The repair is out of pocket and the dealership which sold me the car only a year ago is quoting $1600.","quote_2_odi":"11549044","quote_2_text":"Thermostat housing and water pump are leaking coolant. It is available for inspection. It can cause my engine to overheat and/or fail while being used. It has been confirmed by a dealership. It has not been inspected by the police, manufacturer, or insurance company.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leaks","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11131101","quote_1_text":"LEAKING PANORAMIC SUNROOF CAUSES MOISTURE AND MOLD ON THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. HAPPENED IN THE RAIN WHEN PARKED AND DRIVING.","quote_2_odi":"11573889","quote_2_text":"There is a crack and leak in my sunroof. I have not done anything to my car that would result in the crack. Based on Reddit searches, this is a frequent problem for VW owners.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-shifter-trim-sharp-edge","label":"Shifter trim delamination with sharp edges","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11669266","quote_1_text":"The chrome plastic trim coating on the START/STOP button and also the steering wheel have peeled and are razor sharp. I cut myself badly on both pieces on my right fore fingertip and middle ring finger.…","quote_2_odi":"11320915","quote_2_text":"THE BRUSHED ALUMINUM TRIM AROUND THE GEARSHIFT SELECTOR PEELS UP LEAVING A RAZOR SHARP EDGE , THIS HAS CUT MY HAND ON MORE THAN ON OCCASION AS I REACHED INTO THE STORAGE COMPARTMENT BELOW THE INFOTAINMENT CENTER.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11074193","quote_1_text":"LOUD SNAPPING SOUND WHILE TURNING, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED, LOST ALL ELECTRICAL FUNCTIONS OF STEERING WHEEL, INCLUDING HORN & AIRBAG. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. HAD VEHICLE EXAMINED, CODES PULLED, DETERMINED IT WAS FAILURE OF THE CLOCK SPRING MECHANISM.","quote_2_odi":"11458761","quote_2_text":"After turning on the vehicle, I turned the steering wheel and heard a click, then the airbag malfunction warning light came on immediately. Horn and all steering wheel buttons have stopped working (radio control, cruise control etc). and airbag warning light remains on…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank and suction pump leaks","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11604416","quote_1_text":"Vehicle had recall for \"leaking fuel fire risk\" Strong smell of fuel inside car. Manufacturer recall #20UF NHTSA recall 24V110 There has not been a fix yet available. Dealer (Team Volkswagen Merrillville IN) replaced the Jet fuel pump.…","quote_2_odi":"11526988","quote_2_text":"I was putting gas and it started shooting out gas from the tank fuel. I had filled up 2 gallons and the entire two gallons ended up on the floor of the gas station.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-shift-lever-micro-switch","label":"Shift lever micro switch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11430118","quote_1_text":"We’re having the same shift lever micro switch problem that has already been recalled on tons of VW’s in 2019. The car is a rollaway risk and refuses to start as a result","quote_2_odi":"11163155","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IS INTERMITTENTLY SHOWING ERROR 'ERROR: SERVICE VEHICLE, LEAVE ONLY ON P'. ERROR HAPPENS RANDOMLY, BUT USUALLY DURING OR JUST AFTER DRIVING IN WET CONDITIONS. ALWAYS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-ptc-heater-overheating","label":"Auxiliary PTC heater connector overheating","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11699778","quote_1_text":"PTC auxiliary heater core connection point failure . It was reported that the wrong type of metal was used for the main electrical connection point for this part causing significant over heating further leading to melting and burning plastic.…","quote_2_odi":"11556818","quote_2_text":"I smelled a strong odor coming from the heater that turned out to be burnt plastic and wiring associated with the auxiliary heater. This is an obvious fire/ smoke hazard that could have been deadly if other nearby components caught fire.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-thermostat-coolant-leak","label":"Thermostat housing and water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11549044","quote_1_text":"Thermostat housing and water pump are leaking coolant. It is available for inspection. It can cause my engine to overheat and/or fail while being used. It has been confirmed by a dealership…","quote_2_odi":"11310624","quote_2_text":"THIS IS A SECOND REPAIR FOR A FAILED THERMOSTAT HOUSING/WATER PUMP ON THIS VEHICLE. THE FIRST TIME, JANUAARY 2019, THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING AND RELATED SEALS WERE REPLACED. THIS TIME THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING AND WATER PUMP WERE BOTH REPLACED.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering and water leaks","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"10822447","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK TODAY ON THE INTERSTATE AND IT SOUNDED LIKE A SHOTGUN WENT OFF. MY SUNROOF SHATTERED. I LOOKED UP AND THERE WAS A HUGE HOLE IN THE MIDDLE. IT WAS ABOUT 68 DEGREES F, SO IT WASN'T COLD…","quote_2_odi":"11573889","quote_2_text":"There is a crack and leak in my sunroof. I have not done anything to my car that would result in the crack. Based on Reddit searches, this is a frequent problem for VW owners…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-shifter-fault-warning","label":"Gear shifter position fault warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11232586","quote_1_text":"WHEN I START MY CAR IN THE MORNING THE CODE ERROR SERVICE VEHICLE. ONLY LEAVE VEHICLE IN P POSITION! IT GOES AWAY BUT FLASHES AGAIN AS I'M DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY OR A REGULAR ROAD OR TURNING EITHER RIGHT OR LEFT…","quote_2_odi":"11163155","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IS INTERMITTENTLY SHOWING ERROR 'ERROR: SERVICE VEHICLE, LEAVE ONLY ON P'. ERROR HAPPENS RANDOMLY, BUT USUALLY DURING OR JUST AFTER DRIVING IN WET CONDITIONS. ALWAYS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11739492","quote_1_text":"The right rear coil spring on my 2015 Volkswagen Golf fractured suddenly while the vehicle was completely stationary in a parking lot. There was no collision, pothole impact, curb strike, road hazard, or other external event that could reasonably explain the failure…","quote_2_odi":"11532637","quote_2_text":"Driving on thruway at 65 when the left rear coil spring broke. There was a loud bang and pieces of the spring exited out onto the highway where several vehicles ran over them before they bounced off the road.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11406568","quote_1_text":"CLOCK SPRING BROKE. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE AND RECALL FOR PREVIOUS YEARS, BUT APPARENTLY NOT MINE. SYMPTOMS ARE AIRBAG LIGHT ON, INOPERABLE STEERING WHEEL ACCESSORIES INCLUDING HORN. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. IT SHOULD BE RECALLED…","quote_2_odi":"11208694","quote_2_text":"KEPT HEARING A CLICKING NOISE WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL. TODAY WHEN BACKING INTO A PARKING SPOT, THERE WAS A REAL LOUD CLICK, ALMOST LIKE A SNAP, AND MY AIR BAG ERROR MESSAGE IMMEDIATELY SHOWED UP AND NONE OF THE BUTTONS ON MY STEERING WHEEL WOULD WORK ANYMORE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-fuel-system-leaks","label":"Fuel system leaks and fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11604416","quote_1_text":"Vehicle had recall for \"leaking fuel fire risk\" Strong smell of fuel inside car. Manufacturer recall #20UF NHTSA recall 24V110 There has not been a fix yet available. Dealer (Team Volkswagen Merrillville IN) replaced the Jet fuel pump. Problem continued…","quote_2_odi":"11495757","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf. The contact noticed that the fuel pump would frequent stop while fueling the vehicle. The contact then stated that while his vehicle was being driven by a valet, fuel began to pour out of the fuel tank while on an incline…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11400372","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE WILL SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL ERROR MESSAGE COMES UP ON THE INFORMATION DISPLAY ALONG WITH A TPMS ERROR. THIS HAS HAPPENED IN INTERSECTIONS AND HAS PUT ME IN DANGER OF COLLISIONS FROM SUDDEN DECELERATIONS WITHOUT WARNING…","quote_2_odi":"10746890","quote_2_text":"WHILST DRIVING HOME AT APPROXIMATELY 6:30 PM DURING HEAVY FREEWAY TRAFFIC, APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH THE ELECTRONIC DRIVE SYSTEM OF THE VW EGOLF DIED. I LOST ALL POWER AND WAS FORCED TO PULL ACROSS THREE LANES OF TRAFFIC TO REACH THE SAFETY OF THE SHOULDER…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11683151","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 68 MPH, there was a booming sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stopped to inspect the vehicle and discovered that the rear glass sunroof panel had shattered from the inside and…","quote_2_odi":"11330012","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 45 MPH ON TOP OF AN OVERPASS. FILE A CASE WITH VW AND THEY REFUSE TO FIX THE ISSUE. CASE NUMBER WAS [XXX]. WE WERE TRAVEL ON RT 13 IN VIRGINIA THROUGH A SMALL TOWN.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear axle coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11745696","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a safety defect on my 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan (VIN: [XXX]) consistent with NHTSA Safety Recall No. 19V188 (VW Recall Code 42J5) - premature fracture of rear axle coil springs. The vehicle exhibits uneven rear ride height indicative of coil…","quote_2_odi":"11739595","quote_2_text":"There has been a safety recall for CERTAIN 2019 VW Tiguan's due to improper materials or incorrect process parameters during manufacture of the rear coil springs, which are weaker than intended (Volkswagen's recall number is 42J5). While parked in my driveway on May 17, 2026, my…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-transmission-emergency-mode","label":"Transmission emergency mode, exit in park only","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11743875","quote_1_text":"XXX, the emergency mode kept coming on, on the dash of my daughters 2019 Tiguan. I Took the tiguan to VW and they recommended replacement of gear selector unit. This is the car my daughter drives. She recently graduated and is now going to the military, leaving for bootcamp on…","quote_2_odi":"11652651","quote_2_text":"Transmission in emergency mode. Exit the vehicle only when in P park","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-delayed-acceleration-from-stop","label":"Delayed acceleration from a stop","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11674577","quote_1_text":"When trying to accelerate from a full stop the car is not accelerating when pressing the gas pedal. It happened at a stop light, I pressed the gas, the car went nowhere, pressed the gas harder until gas pedal was floored and then the car accelerates forward very quickly.","quote_2_odi":"11668611","quote_2_text":"When the car is at a complete stop such as at a light or pulling onto a street, when you press the gas there will be a delay before it lurches forward. This becomes a very real safety risk trying to pull onto busy roads or even at lights.","quote_3_odi":"11228837","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THE TIGUAN BRAND NEW FROM THE DEALERSHIP WITH HIGH HOPES FOR OUR FAMILY SUV. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY I NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOPPED POSITION A FEW TIMES, BUT COULDN'T BELIEVE I WAS HAVING A PROBLEM SO SOON AFTER BUYING THE CAR.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-starter-system-shutdown","label":"Electrical shutdown with starter system warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11743681","quote_1_text":"While driving my car, I get a loud beep and all of a sudden it says system switch failure pull over safely. It seems to do this on hot days. We thought it was maybe the battery and replaced that at $280. It was fine for about a week and then started doing it again. Everything on…","quote_2_odi":"11723406","quote_2_text":"Relates to the Volkswagen Recall: 28H7-Ignition Switch that for some reason is only applied to Jetta's but needs to be expanded to include 2019 Tiguans . In vehicles equipped with a conventional ignition switch, the polyfuse can fail, particularly when the vehicle is operated in…","quote_3_odi":"11493350","quote_3_text":"While driving at night the cars IP displayed a warning \"ignition system shutdown please check your start system\", the Instrument panel and information display then went dark with no symbiology speed, revs or turn signals. The head lights and tail lights shut off and cabin fan…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-phantom-automatic-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11487626","quote_1_text":"On 3 different occasions, the emergency braking system has automatically activated with no pending accident or obstruction present. The car has been to the dealer for inspection and there is an open work order on it with no solution given.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-sunroof-drain-leak-mold","label":"Sunroof drain water intrusion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11538060","quote_1_text":"I purchased a 2019 Tiguan as a low milage Certified Pre-Owned vehicle. In less than a year, it's been in the dealership for weeks due to an unidentified water leak. Apparently, VW's panoramic sunroof is prone to leaking. The first time I brought it in, they could not find a leak…","quote_2_odi":"11720559","quote_2_text":"Experienced water leaks due to improperly routed sun roof drains. Experienced air bag electrical malfunctions, locking doors and unlocking doors, and air bag sensor/wiring harness inside passenger door.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-brake-grinding-low-speed","label":"Brake grinding and squealing at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-12 -> 2025-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11682475","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, there was an abnormal metal on metal grinding sound coming from the brakes. The contact stated that the failure was a recurring failure while slowing for traffic...","quote_2_odi":"11505132","quote_2_text":"The brakes make a grinding and squeaking sound after every start up and continues either for many miles or doesn't go away at all. It is a safety issue because the brakes sound horrible and this is not a normal occurrence for a new car...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-door-harness-electrical","label":"Door harness electrical faults with parking brake engaging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-12 -> 2023-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11462998","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing this car, i have had problems with the parking brake automatically turning on when driving and at every stop; the car doors in the front do not lock/unlock; causing a concern for emergency with two kids in the car. The sunroof malfunctions along with the windows...","quote_2_odi":"11452125","quote_2_text":"Lease 10/29/2021. Remote start never worked. Diagnosed as faulty fuel pump. Replaced. Two days later remote start stopped working and check engine light came on. VW service advised vehicle safe to drive. Days later broke down due to no fuel.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-connecting-rod-bearing","label":"Engine connecting rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 -> 2026-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11494515","quote_1_text":"Connecting rod bearing caused the engine fail. The Vehicle is currently in the Dealer's service shop. I was driving in a very busy highway with my wife when suddenly a lot of smog start coming out of under the hood and the vehicle suddenly stopped in the middle of the highway.","quote_2_odi":"11456816","quote_2_text":"5 days after purchasing the brand new vehicle I was driving on the highway and felt and heard a clunking sound. Shortly after the check engine light and EPC light came on. Then as I was driving (55mph) I lost all power. The dash was telling me to restart my engine manually...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-engine-stall-restart","label":"Engine shutoff with restart-manually message","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-06 -> 2026-02","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11636011","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has an issue where the engine stalls when operating a slow speeds/a stop. When the engine stalls, a message appears on the dashboard stating that you must put the car in park, turn off the ignition, restart the car, and then put it back into drive.","quote_2_odi":"11589258","quote_2_text":"The engine has shut off on multiple occasions since we bought it in 2022. It appears to shut off at traffic lights and we are given the indicator message to start car manually. Typically when this happens we have to put the car in park and restart the engine.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-auto-emergency-brake-false","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-11 -> 2026-01","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11523728","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway, when out of nowhere, the emergency brake assist was activated, causing the car to brake out of nowhere and almost causing a multi-vehicle collision. It was during rush hour, so luckily, due to traffic, I was only driving between 20-30mph.","quote_2_odi":"11479926","quote_2_text":"While driving less than 30 mph in slow traffic the automatic braking system engaged itself which caused me to almost get hit. Another time, I was in slow traffic less than 20mph both sides of the street were filled with cars driving and my automatic brake began to light up...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-airbag-recall-no-parts","label":"Air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-04 -> 2025-01","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11636330","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V464000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed.","quote_2_odi":"11614287","quote_2_text":"There is a recall on my airbags in my vehicle. Volkswagen dealership states they do not have the remedy to this issue currently and do not know when it will be available. They also would not offer a rental car for the safety risk.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-drl-led-headlight-failure","label":"Daytime running light and LED headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 -> 2026-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11730802","quote_1_text":"The daytime running light on the passenger side is out. The entire headlight assembly and bumper have to be removed to repair this. It will cost 1400 to repair. This is a safety issue and should be covered by Volkswagen.","quote_2_odi":"11694246","quote_2_text":"The front light led bulbs died. First it was the driver side at 53k miles, now the passenger side. The car has less than 55k miles. The price for the repair is outrageous. $2,000 for just ONE led bulb change.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2015-low-speed-brake-grinding","label":"Brake grinding and reduced braking at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"10883887","quote_1_text":"WE CURRENTLY HAVE AN ISSUE WITH OUR BRAKING SYSTEM IN OUR 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. AT LOW SPEEDS THE CAR DOES NOT BRAKE PROPERLY. THE CAR WILL LOOSE ITS ABILITY TO BRAKE AND WILL MAKE A LOUD GRINDING SOUND.…","quote_2_odi":"11075143","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKES SIMPLY JUMP WHEN IT'S GOING SLOWLY OVER ROUGHER SURFACE. THE BRAKE PEDALS ALSO SHAKE AND BOTTOM OUT UP AND DOWN. WHEN THIS HAPPENS I GENTLY HAVE TO TAKE MY FOOT OFF THEN REAPPLY PRESSURE ON THE PEDAL.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2015-backup-camera-dark","label":"Backup camera screen dark or inoperative","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"10720959","quote_1_text":"BACKUP CAMERA SCREEN TOO DARK. CANNOT SEE WHAT IS BEHIND YOU. ALL SOFTWARE ADJUSTMENTS TRIED TO IMPROVE VIDEO I.E. INCREASE BRIGHTNESS DOES NOT HELP. CHECKED ANOTHER 2015 TIGUAN AT DEALER AND IT HAD SAME PROBLEM.…","quote_2_odi":"11032777","quote_2_text":"WHEN PLACING THE CAR IN REVERSE, THE VIEWING SCREEN SUDDENLY TURNS DARK AND UNVIEWABLE, THEREFORE CREATING A DRIVING HAZARD FOR TODAYS DRIVING REQUIREMENTS. THE COMPANY SAYS THEY CAN'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT THE CONDITION?? THIS HAS OCCURRED IN ALL THE 2 YEARS I HAVE HAD THE CAR.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2015-cold-start-misfire","label":"Engine misfire and rough running on cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11326195","quote_1_text":"MISFIRE ON COLD STARTS. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11185882","quote_2_text":"THESE ENGINES ARE SUSCEPTIBLE TO CARBON BUILD-UP, WHICH MAKE THEM RUN EXTREMELY ROUGH, JERK, MISFIRE, AND OVERALL CANNOT GET UP TO SPEED WHEN COLD. THIS IS DANGEROUS, A WASTE SINCE MPG FALLS DRASTICALLY, AND COULD RESULT AN ACCIDENT.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2015-clock-spring-failure","label":"Airbag warning light and clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11447753","quote_1_text":"This morning I realized that my spring clock isn’t working. My air bag light is on saying error air bag. I have no controls on my steering wheel.","quote_2_odi":"11290352","quote_2_text":"WHILE SLOWLY TURNING LEFT TO PARK AT A GAS STATION I HEARD A \"SNAP\" AND FOUND THAT MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND NONE OF THE CONTROLS ON MY STEERING WHEEL WERE WORKING. AFTERWARDS I NOTICED A CONSISTENT CLICKING NOISE WHENEVER I WOULD TURN THE WHEEL.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11145249","quote_1_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 50 MPH, THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF IMPLODED, SHOWERING THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE WITH SHARDS AND CHUNKS OF GLASS OF ALL SIZES. WE WERE IN THE STATE OF OHIO, NEAR THE CITY OF ATHENS ON STATE HIGHWAY 124. WE DID NOT GO UNDER AN OVERPASS OR BRIDGE.","quote_2_odi":"10914350","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED WHILE WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY. WE WERE SHOWERED WITH GLASS FRAGMENTS INCLUDING TINY SHARDS. SOME PIN PRICK SIZE INJURIES ON HANDS AND ARMS. WE WERE CRUISING AT 70MPH ON I-90 AT THE TIME OF THE EVENT.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11659481","quote_1_text":"We are experiencing a recurring safety issue with our 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan. Upon startup, the power steering warning light consistently illuminates and remains on for 5 to 30 minutes. During this time, the vehicle has no functional power steering, making it extremely difficult…","quote_2_odi":"11395058","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING FAILURE. LESS THAN 80K MILES. WENT TO THE GAS STATION. CAME OUT AND THE POWER STEERING WENT ON VEHICLE. POWER STEERING LIGHT CAME ON. VERY HARD TO STEER. WAS RUNNING FINE BEFOREHAND. THIS IS A SAFETY RISK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-heater-core-clog","label":"Clogged heater core limiting heat and defrost","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11703917","quote_1_text":"The heater core becomes clogged and limits heat available for defrosting the windshield. The heat available is insufficient to defrost and maintain visibility while driving under adverse conditions. The cabin also becomes uncomfortable because of limited heat during cold weather…","quote_2_odi":"11626997","quote_2_text":"I have a 2015 Volkswagen Passat TDI that I purchased in 2018. The car has no heat and needs a second heater core replacement, currently with 85,565. In researching the issue, i found the Warranty extension on the NTSB website Number: VWP-16-05 that covers model years 2013 and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11532430","quote_1_text":"Rear coil spring is broken. Normal driving conditions and we noticed a significant vibration. Upon inspection of rear suspension we found a broken rear coil spring. I researched this issue and found that VW recalled several other 2015 models for rear coil springs breaking. This…","quote_2_odi":"11205244","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MAGUIRE VOLKSWAGEN OF ITHICA (LOCATED AT 370 ELMIRA RD, ITHACA, NY 14850, (607) 257-1515) WHERE IT WAS…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-ignition-key-lock-failure","label":"Ignition key insertion and lock cylinder failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11433226","quote_1_text":"The key gets stuck in the ignition (about 1 out of 4 times) when put into park. This is dangerous as it does not allow the driver to safely exit the vehicle without the risk of damage, theft, a perpetrator could hide in the vehicle to prey on the driver as it is unlocked. After…","quote_2_odi":"11229000","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS OFF AND PARKED. CAN'T GET KEY INTO IGNITION. STEERING WHEEL IS LOCKED IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER. IGNITION ISSUES SEEM TO BE COMMON IN VW'S","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-fuel-system-leak","label":"Fuel system leak from fuel pump or lines","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11617197","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to another local…","quote_2_odi":"11607043","quote_2_text":"Looks like the plastic the fuel pump housing is made out of is low quality or prone to degradation by fuel. Hairline cracks have formed on the fuel pump housing causing fuel to leak when the pump is pressurized and running. In my case a pin hole also appeared causing the leak to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-clockspring-airbag-horn","label":"Clockspring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11091956","quote_1_text":"AROUND THE 60,000 MILE MARK, THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON, AND THE HORN, AS WELL AS THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS, STOPPED WORKING. WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHERE THEY FIGURED IT WAS THE CLOCKSPRING, WHICH WOULD COST NEARLY $700 TO REPLACE. VW HAS PREVOUSLY ISSUED RECALLS FOR OTHER…","quote_2_odi":"11015858","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN MY DRIVE WAY AND STARTED MY CAR WHEN THE AIR BAG MALFUNCTION LIGHT CAME ON IN MY CAR. AT THAT POINT THE HORN, CRUISE CONTROL, PHONE, AND RADIO FUNCTIONS ALL STOPPED WORKING ON MY STEERING WHEEL. I LOOKED IN MY OWNER MANUAL AND IT SAID TO CALL THE DEALERSHIP IMMEDIATELY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11320425","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ALONG WITH SEVERAL OTHER UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VALLEY AUTO WORLD VOLKSWAGEN (3810 SYCAMORE DAIRY RD…","quote_2_odi":"11255513","quote_2_text":"CAR LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING. ALMOST CAUSED CRASH, AS I WAS ACCELERATING AND SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WITH CARS COMING. CAR WOULD NOT REV OVER 2K RPM, AND TOOK ABOUT 2 MINUTES TO GET TO 45MPH. DEALER DIAGNOSED CAR AND SAID HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP WAS BAD. THEY CHANGED THAT, FUEL…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11245508","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED A TAKATA RECALL NOTICE RECENTLY FOR MY 2015 VW PASSAT. I AM CURRENTLY A DOD CIVILIAN WORKING AND LIVING IN GERMANY. WHEN I MOVED HERE 2 YEARS AGO FOR MY JOB I SHIPPED MY CAR WHICH DID NOT HAVE A RECALL PLACED ON IT AT THE TIME. WHEN I RECEIVED THE NOTICE…","quote_2_odi":"11005408","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED AN UNKNOWN RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR THE AIR BAGS. THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2015-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck, unable to power off vehicle","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11679565","quote_1_text":"unable to turn off car. Ignition switch is locked and key is unmovable.","quote_2_odi":"11111652","quote_2_text":"VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE IGNITION SWITCH THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION AND CAN NOT TAKE THE KEY OUT BECAUSE OF THE IGNITION SWITCH GOING BAD. A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT AND THIS SEEMS TO BE A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. THIS HAPPENED TO ME WHEN I WAS PARKED OUTSIDE A GROCERY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2015-backup-camera-image-dark","label":"Backup camera image too dark to see","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"10818904","quote_1_text":"THE REAR VIEW CAMERA IS ALMOST COMPLETELY DARK WHEN REVERSING, MAKING IS ALMOST USELESS IN SEEING AND AVOIDING ANYTHING BEHIND YOU. VW DEALER REFUSES TO REPLACE, SAYING THAT'S HOW IT IS SUPPOSED TO BE. A BAD SAFETY FLAW.","quote_2_odi":"10743420","quote_2_text":"THE BACKUP CAMERA ON MY 2015 BEETLE IS USELESS MOST OF THE TIME. THE IMAGE IS VERY DARK. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU HAVE A SOLUTION TO THIS SAFETY PROBLEM,","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2015-camshaft-timing-engine-recall","label":"Camshaft timing failure and engine cooling recall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11531943","quote_1_text":"Component or System Failure: The specific component that failed or malfunctioned in my 2015 VW Beetle 1.8T Classic PZEV is the timing belt, which caused bent valves resulting in the engine seizing up, rendering it inoperable. It is available for inspection upon request. Safety…","quote_2_odi":"10851989","quote_2_text":"VOLKSWAGEN HAS DEFECTS VIE CAMSHAFT SO WHICH THEY KNOW OF AND HAVE A RECALL FOR BUT THEY ARE NOT FIXING THE PROBLEM. THEIR ONLY CONCERN IS TO MOVE THE FAILURE OUT OF WARRANTY SO THEIR CUSTOMERS GET STUCK WITH THE BILL. IT IS AFAILURE WHICH IS DIRECTLY RELATED TO SAFETY OF THE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2015-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11543687","quote_1_text":"The driver's side air bag inflator may explode causing sharp metal fragments to strike driver and passengers which may cause death. This has been a known issue since January 2023. To date there is no known repair available? This is unacceptable.","quote_2_odi":"11667563","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (AIR BAGS); 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…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption between changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11730683","quote_1_text":"Engine has excessive oil consumption. Low oil indicator light will come on and Engine oil needs to be topped and added about every 2500 miles sometimes more often depending on driving conditions.","quote_2_odi":"11494472","quote_2_text":"I have to put oil into the engine every 2000 miles. The dealership has run 2 separate oil consumption tests and they claim they are unable to find anything wrong.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-pcv-oil-separator-failure","label":"PCV/oil separator failure with oil pan cracks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11682019","quote_1_text":"VW dealership diagnose by 2021 VW Tiguan with a cracked oil pan and timing cover. The cause was from excessive oil pressure from a failed PCV valve which cracked the plastic oil pan causing excessive oil leak. This occurred driving on the highway and the ECP light on the dash…","quote_2_odi":"11616397","quote_2_text":"2021 Volkswagen Tijuan has an oil leak caused by a defective Timing Cover Gasket, and or PCV component(s). If you do a simple Google search, there are thousands of these vehicles experiencing the exact same issue…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-engine-metal-debris","label":"Engine failure with internal metal debris","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11673562","quote_1_text":"At only 38,200 miles the dealership found shards of metal in my engine. The only solution is to replace the entire engine and my car just passed its warranty 5 months ago. I have kept up to date with services and driven the car responsibly…","quote_2_odi":"11705247","quote_2_text":"The 2021 Tiguan, R-Line that I own now requires a new engine after roughly 70,000. The engine is no longer under warranty, According to the VW Dealership, this is what is wrong with the engine…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-overhead-console-detachment","label":"Overhead console detaching from headliner","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11534434","quote_1_text":"The middle console have completely fallen out of the roof, held on only by the wires. It looks like the plastic attachments to the screws all broken. Incident occurred while parked during working hours on Tuesday, July 25.","quote_2_odi":"11477639","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road and the overhead console fell out of the roof...i researched it and found this has happened to many people. Just glad i didnt wreck","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11732294","quote_1_text":"On April 19, 2026, my 2021 VW Tiguan experienced a sudden loud gunshot-like sounding noise and my sunroof exploded. I fortunately had the screen closed, but large pieces of glass fell and were caught by the screen. It endangered me and my 3 children in the car.…","quote_2_odi":"11473394","quote_2_text":"Sunroof exploded while I was driving down the highway. I was going 65-70 mph, no other vehicles around me.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11576818","quote_1_text":"The front windshield is very fragile. I am now replacing it again after having replaced it just a year ago from the same issue. Crack develops and travels across the entire window.","quote_2_odi":"11578899","quote_2_text":"We have a cracked windshield and VW has not been able to provide us with a replacement windshield. I have contacted VW parts at the dealership, called VW care, and called harrs auto glass. No one can get me any info on when a new windshield will be available for my car.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-acc-remote-start-failure","label":"Adaptive cruise control failure after remote start","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11429649","quote_1_text":"When using remote start function the following safety function are not operative, not working as advertised by VW, Adaptive Cruise Control, Cruise Control, Automatic/Emergency Braking, Rear Cross Traffic Warning and Forward Collision Warning.…","quote_2_odi":"11515956","quote_2_text":"When using the remote start the ACC and automatic braking system will fail and give an error. This is a known issue for VW and they have not provided a solutions in over 2 years.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-door-switch-parking-brake","label":"Driver door switch fault engaging parking brake","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11486000","quote_1_text":"While coming to a stop, the car displayed an error code “ Error: Driver Door Contact Switch” and automatically put the car in park using the emergency break. The driver would have to put the car in park, turn off the vehicle, and release the emergency break to continue.…","quote_2_odi":"11456023","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while driving out of the driveway at approximately 5 MPH, the parking brakes engaged independently. An alert stating that the vehicle is in motion was heard. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2019-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11228619","quote_1_text":"SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED WITH NO IMPACT WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"11549494","quote_2_text":"Driving on the interstate with no cars near me and my sunroof exploded and showered me with glass. VW is claiming that it was hit and it was not. The car is my daily driver, and I inspect it daily…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2019-stall-coming-to-stop","label":"Engine stall when coming to a stop","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11208702","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STALLS AS CAR COMES TO A FULL STOP IN NORMAL STREET TRAFFIC: BRAKING WITH TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL, CLUTCH ENGAGED OR DISENGAGED, NEAR-STATIONARY OR FULL-STATIONARY; BRAKING WITH TRANSMISSION IN GEAR AND CLUTCH FULLY DISENGAGED, NEAR-STATIONARY OR FULL-STATIONARY.","quote_2_odi":"11235282","quote_2_text":"COMING UP TO A STOP WITH THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL, WHETHER HAVING THE CAR IN NEUTRAL OR USING THE CLUTCH PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WILL STALL. THIS OCCURS IN ANY SCENARIO SUCH AS EXITING A HIGHWAY AND COMING TO A STOP, OR PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, OR INCHING FORWARD IN TRAFFIC…","quote_3_odi":"11206028","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION, ENGINE STALLS AT LOW SPEEDS IN NEUTRAL. BRAND NEW CAR, ONLY 100 MILES.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2019-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking without an obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11584895","quote_1_text":"When driving over train tracks the automatic emergency brakes engaged and the forward collision detection beeping alarm sounded. This has happened over 5 times since I have owned the car. Many times the forward collision alarm will go off without engaging the brakes…","quote_2_odi":"11443870","quote_2_text":"11/2021 @ 5927 miles - sunny day, no vehicle in front, without warning AEB lit up, flashing and automatic brakes engaged, vibration felt, bringing car to near stop for no reason. Speed approx 35 mph on flat, straight roadway, approx 4 lanes heading one direction…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2019-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11653958","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to start the vehicle and the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact attempted to contact the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed…","quote_2_odi":"11541513","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light and the air bags warning light illuminated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Key stuck in ignition switch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11217659","quote_1_text":"KEY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION WHEN TURNING OFF THE ENGINE.","quote_2_odi":"10985707","quote_2_text":"THE IGNITION CYLINDER/SWITCH IS BAD. WHEN RUNNING, THE KEY WILL NOT TURN OFF. THIS IS DANGEROUS FOR MANY REASONS. THERE IS NOT A RECALL ON THIS BUT THERE NEEDS TO BE AFTER READING FORUMS AND SEEING HOW MANY JETTA'S HAVE THE SAME EXACT PROBLEM.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-camshaft-failure","label":"Camshaft failure with loss of engine power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11252546","quote_1_text":"PRE-MATURE CAMSHAFT FAILURE. LOBE FOR NUMBER 2 CYLINDER. NO COMPRESSION. 80K MILES. DRIVING 65MPH ON INTERSTATE, ENGINE LIGHTS LIT UP THE DASHBOARD, CAR STUMBLED, HAD TO PULL OFF THE SIDE AND LIMP TO THE NEXT EXIT.","quote_2_odi":"10850197","quote_2_text":"THE CAMSHAFT LOBE HAS THE POTENTIAL TO UNEXPECTEDLY SHEAR OFF FROM THE CHAMSHAFT. VW'S REMEDY IS A SOFTWARE UPDATE. IT SEEMS THE CAMSHAFT SHOULD BE REDESIGNED INSTEAD. HOW WILL A SOFTWARE UPDATE FIX THIS ISSUE?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11459254","quote_1_text":"Since we've owned it (bought new), every coil spring has broken. The last one is being repaired today at the VW dealership. The car has about 77k miles. I have never had any springs break on any other car, and one had 120k miles on it.…","quote_2_odi":"11426227","quote_2_text":"Rear suspension springs needed to be replaced. Both were snapped in two pieces, one happened to be broken but held together (stacked top to bottom) as two separate pieces. Nothing occurred to the car to cause this. Car has approximately 90,000 miles.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor and fuel system leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"10937142","quote_1_text":"THIS VEHICLE'S VIN REPORT SHOWS NO OPEN RECALLS. YET I SMELL FUEL IN THE CABIN AND HAVE ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS SEEN EVIDENCE OF FUEL LEAKED ON THE GROUND. OTHER 2015 JETTAS DO HAVE RECALLS FOR A FUEL RAIL LEAK. MY VEHICLE APPEARS TO HAVE THE SAME SAFETY ISSUE.…","quote_2_odi":"10819249","quote_2_text":"ABOUT THREE WEEKS AGO WITH 16K MILES I CALLED VW AND INDICATED THAT MY JETTA SMELLED LIKE DIESEL. I WAS TOLD IT WAS PROBABLY JUST AN OVERFILLED FUEL TANK. IT TURNED OUT TO BE A LEAKY HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP. ON THE 2015 JETTA, THIS IS LOCATED ON THE TOP OF THE ENGINE.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-stall-no-start","label":"Engine stall and intermittent no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"10763635","quote_1_text":"2015 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE ENGINE STALLS AND SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. *SMD","quote_2_odi":"11644963","quote_2_text":"I hardly used this car and had it diagnosed and new battery but the car intermittently won’t start some times but there is no reason known","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-transmission-mechatronic","label":"Transmission and mechatronic unit failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11489074","quote_1_text":"2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, 73,000 miles mechatronic transmission failure. Vehicle repeatedly experiences loss of power/stalling and low and highway speeds. Losing power at any speed, specially highway speeds is a SAFETY issue.…","quote_2_odi":"11441044","quote_2_text":"In the past few months, the vehicle stopped in the middle of the road on various occasions. It was taken to a VW dealer, who found nothing wrong with it. On November 11, 2021, the vehicle stopped in the street, and would no longer move, forward or reverse.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-brake-pedal","label":"Brake pedal stiffness and extended stopping distance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11503624","quote_1_text":"I'm finding the brake pedal to be extremely hard to depress. This happened overnight, as the car was operating normally; now I'm afraid to move it because I can't brake properly at very low speeds.","quote_2_odi":"10789263","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 2015 VW JETTA IN JUNE 2015 IN SAN JOSE, CA. ON 7TH NOV 2015 I WAS IN THIS JETTA WITH MY FAMILY, DRIVING AT 70 MPH. TRAFFIC STARTED SLOWING DOWN AND I TRIED BRAKING BUT I HAD ALMOST NO BRAKES.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger air bag occupant sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11403808","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT FOR THE PASSENGER SEAT INDICATES THAT A PASSENGER IS NOT THERE WHEN THERE IS. IT WILL START BLINKING RANDOMLY, SOMETIMES REGISTERING THEM AND SOMETIMES NOT. THIS HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING OR WHILE STATIONARY.","quote_2_odi":"11663177","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the front passenger’s seat air bag warning light remained illuminated.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-clock-spring","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11385630","quote_1_text":"CLOCK SPRING HAS FAILED WITH HORN AND AIRBAG MALFUNCTION.","quote_2_odi":"11165070","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. WHILE DRIVING AT A SLOW SPEED, THE CLOCKSPRING CABLE FRACTURED AND RENDERED THE HORN, AIR BAGS, AND OTHER STEERING WHEEL FUNCTIONS INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-fuel-leak","label":"Fuel odor and fuel leaks from the fuel tank","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11538456","quote_1_text":"The fuel system is completely shot, with fuel leaking from the gas tank after a ride once and pressure building up in the gas tank. Gas pumps click off after only putting one to two gallons in the tank, despite the tank being nearly empty.…","quote_2_odi":"11476587","quote_2_text":"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.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-sunroof-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leaks into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11165629","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF IS LEAKING WATER IN MULTIPLE PLACES. WHILE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY AND EXPOSED TO RAIN OR SNOW THE INSIDE OF PASSENGER CABIN GETS FILED WITH WATER, SPECIFICALY ON REAR RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE AND TRUNK AREA.…","quote_2_odi":"11118891","quote_2_text":"THE DRAIN ON RETRACTABLE ROOF BECAME BLOCKED. RAINWATER DRAINED INTO CAR SATURATING CARPETS. WATER FLOWED INTO CONTROL SYSTEM CAUSING AN EMERGENCY DASHBOARD ALERT TO STOP DRIVING IMMEDIATELY WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-coolant-leak","label":"Coolant leak at thermostat housing and water pump","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11318202","quote_1_text":"TOOK CAR IN FOR A USED CAR INSPECTION, COOLANT LEAK NEAR THERMOSTAT HOUSING WAS FOUND. COULD SMELL COOLANT WHILE DRIVING. FIXED UNDER WARRANTY.","quote_2_odi":"11374194","quote_2_text":"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.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-rear-coil-spring","label":"Rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11578205","quote_1_text":"Performed NH Safety Inspection. Found upon Inspection Left Rear, Driver Side, Coil Spring has failed. Broken. This will make over Ten VW or Audi vehicles we have seen in the last year with this problem.","quote_2_odi":"11532824","quote_2_text":"The rear coil spring fractured and caused a suspension issue. This is the same issue as reported in NHTSA campaign number: 19V188000 covering the same vehicles built a few months after mine. The vehcile is being repaired now and the issue has been confirmed.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-epc-light","label":"EPC warning light with loss of engine power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11218625","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE EPC WARNING LIGHT COMES ON AND THE ENGINE LOWERS ITS SPEED. SOMETIMES ENGINE OVERHEATING WARNING ALSO COMES ON AT THE SAME TIME. HAVE TO PULL OVER AND SHUT ENGINE OFF AND RESTART TO CLEAR THE EPC WARNING LIGHT.…","quote_2_odi":"11527996","quote_2_text":"Car loses power due to clogged wastegate actuator and EPC light turns on and off. This has been confirmed by 2 different service centers.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair parts not yet available","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11172527","quote_1_text":"RECALL HAS BEEN OUT FOR 6 MONTHS, STILL NO FIX AVAILABLE.","quote_2_odi":"11499505","quote_2_text":"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.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-shift-lever-switch","label":"Shift lever micro switch and park lock switch","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11493741","quote_1_text":"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).…","quote_2_odi":"11165958","quote_2_text":"ON JAN. 5TH 2019 THE DASHBOARD WARNING SYSTEM SHOWED A \"ERROR - TRANSMISSION\". WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP - THEY SAID IT WAS THE SHIFTER UNIT, AND THAT IT WAS NOT COVERED UNDER THE \"POWERTRAIN\" WARRANTY.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-airbag-recall-repair-delay","label":"Passenger airbag fault and recall 23V215000 repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11577195","quote_1_text":"In April 2023, VW issued a recall on the passenger side airbags. Recall number 69FB for 2018-2020 VW Atlas. It is now coming up on a year since this recall with no remedy in site","quote_2_odi":"11562831","quote_2_text":"My passenger airbag light has been showing an error light on and off since March of 2023. I’ve brought it to a Volkswagen dealership 2 separate times, and they advised me they didn’t have a fix for the issue","quote_3_odi":"11679555","quote_3_text":"PODS system recall from 2023 was replaced, but now the same error message for the airbag not working for the front passenger air bag is now coming on again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-low-speed-stalling","label":"Engine stalling at low speed with stop-start error","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11749975","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has been to VW at least 10 times for same issue since 2021. Stalls at low speeds like in traffic or driving around neighborhood, and while decelerating from higher speeds causing a dangerous safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11684060","quote_2_text":"With auto stop/start disengaged, vehicles stalls at slow speed (approaching a stop sign) or while idling at a stop light. displays \"start car manually\" when this happens","quote_3_odi":"11662309","quote_3_text":"While operating the vehicle, it will turn off randomly when coming to a stop. It happens at street lights, stop signs or slow moving traffic. This happens even while manually turning off the auto-stop feature","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-steering-rack-vibration","label":"Steering rack failure with front-end vibration","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11657038","quote_1_text":"My car started shaking while driving at high rates of speed. Also while hitting bumps at high speed or the brakes. I took it to the VW dealer and they told me the steering rack was going out. When trying to get it fixed I was told the part is on back order for months","quote_2_odi":"11659726","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front end of the vehicle was shaking and vibrating abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the steering rack was faulty and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11662781","quote_3_text":"My steering wheel and front wheels shake uncontrollably make it dangerous to drive . A complete rack and pinion needed to be replace . The atlas only has 85000 miles . This happened at as slow as 10 miles an hour. Making the vehicle very unstable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-rear-coil-spring-breakage","label":"Rear coil spring breakage","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11736084","quote_1_text":"Both rear coils for my rear suspension broke at the same time. There was a recall for the 2019 VW Atlas back in January 2019 for rear suspension coils due to breakage","quote_2_odi":"11738473","quote_2_text":"Both coil springs on vehicle failed under normal driving conditions. Less than 70k on the vehicle. We heard a weird noise while driving and saw one broken. When we brought in for repair, both were broken","quote_3_odi":"11685328","quote_3_text":"Rear coil spring broke under normal driving conditions. This vin # was not part of the original recall. And dealer refuses to help","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-unintended-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11689124","quote_1_text":"Emergency brakes activated while driving normally with no obstructions in front of me. This could've caused an accident if there were other vehicles behind me","quote_2_odi":"11637104","quote_2_text":"On January 20th 2025, we were driving on an open street with moving traffic. The automatic braking system kicked in for no apparent reason and the car slammed on the brakes on its own resulting in us almost being rear ended","quote_3_odi":"11592417","quote_3_text":"Overcast day. No rain, dry roads. 60 degree weather. Dash displayed forward collision warning (in red) and emergency brakes applied. Nothing in the road, no vehicles around","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-brake-booster-fault","label":"Brake booster fault warning with unintended braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11541950","quote_1_text":"The vehicle will make a loud alarm and the dash will display \"Brakes Booster Faulty\". The vehicle then will brake itself regardless of where you are and brake pedal will not work properly. This could cause you to get rear-ended as the vehicle will simply stop!","quote_2_odi":"11574246","quote_2_text":"While driving approx 20MPH while turning a corner in a neighborhood, the FAULT BRAKE BOOSTER warning went off and braked my vehicle. The car continued to flash this warning and the brakes were not easily depressed (felt somewhat like when ABS happens in icy roads)","quote_3_odi":"11545838","quote_3_text":"At random times, at random speeds, my instrument lights will illuminate with a beep and display the brake light. Sometimes just the brake icon, sometimes the brake and ABS, and sometimes both along with the engine light. At the same time my vehicle will violently brake on its own","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump failure and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11734857","quote_1_text":"I have a coolant leak. The first time presented to the VW service department, I was told it is a known issue and to add coolant if it isn’t a big leak or concern. I have been doing that, but now the leak is an everyday thing","quote_2_odi":"11690908","quote_2_text":"I’ve consistently had a coolant leak with my engine water pump. Constantly have to refill the coolant","quote_3_odi":"11683723","quote_3_text":"My water pump is going bad with only 64,505 miles on it. My VIN number wasn’t included in the federal emissions warranty of 80,000 miles or 8 years","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2019-stall-coming-to-stop","label":"Engine stall while slowing to a stop","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11208702","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STALLS AS CAR COMES TO A FULL STOP IN NORMAL STREET TRAFFIC: BRAKING WITH TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL, CLUTCH ENGAGED OR DISENGAGED, NEAR-STATIONARY OR FULL-STATIONARY; BRAKING WITH TRANSMISSION IN GEAR AND CLUTCH FULLY DISENGAGED, NEAR-STATIONARY OR FULL-STATIONARY","quote_2_odi":"11228856","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE RANDOMLY STALLS AT LOW SPEED WHEN BREAKING APPROX 5 MPH OR EVEN WHEN STATIONARY AFTER COMING TO A HALT. HAPPENS WHEN THE CAR IS IN NEUTRAL OR WHEN THE CLUTCH IS FULLY DEPRESSED. THIS IS NOT A CASE OF WRONG GEAR OR NOT FULLY DEPRESSING THE CLUTCH","quote_3_odi":"11203618","quote_3_text":"ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS SINCE ABOUT APRIL 8,2019 MY NEW GTI STALLED WHILE I WAS DRIVING. WHEN THE CAR STALLS IT DOES SO WITHOUT WARNING. THE STALL OCCURS AS IF THE CAR SIMPLY TURNED OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2019-ignition-switch-electrical-loss","label":"Ignition switch fault disabling gauges and electronics","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11545891","quote_1_text":"Several times now, my 2019 VW Golf Alltrack S while driving has flashed a warning saying \"ignition switched off\" and then \"check starter system\". I can still apply the brakes, steer, and accelerate, but various electrical systems stopped working, including the speedometer","quote_2_odi":"11539008","quote_2_text":"While driving, all vehicle gauges and HVAC suddenly stopped working. Car beeped, and screen said \"pull over safely\" (or something like that), and then said \"Check starter system\". Turned car off, and then eventually it turned back on","quote_3_odi":"11530947","quote_3_text":"On July 5, 2023 the electronics in our 2019 VW Golf Alltrack S, stopped working, while that car was been driven on a highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2019-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11587310","quote_1_text":"When driving down the road doing about 35 mph with no car close in front of me my forward collision sensor went off without warning and initiated sharp braking which almost caused the car behind me to run into me","quote_2_odi":"11584895","quote_2_text":"When driving over train tracks the automatic emergency brakes engaged and the forward collision detection beeping alarm sounded. This has happened over 5 times since I have owned the car","quote_3_odi":"11443870","quote_3_text":"11/2021 @ 5927 miles - sunny day, no vehicle in front, without warning AEB lit up, flashing and automatic brakes engaged, vibration felt, bringing car to near stop for no reason","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2019-transmission-lurch-hesitation","label":"Transmission lurch and delayed acceleration from stops","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11709174","quote_1_text":"The transmission lurches and studders at stops with roughly 60K miles on it. The dealer believes it to be the mechatronic unit. I am put at risk because the car begins to move, stops, and then begins again moving","quote_2_odi":"11636066","quote_2_text":"When I take my foot off the brake to accelerate, the car jerks backward and shudders. It feels as though it’s about to stall. When pressing the gas pedal, the car also has delayed acceleration. Both of these issues create dangerous driving conditions","quote_3_odi":"11323353","quote_3_text":"ISSUE WITH AUTOMATIC DSG TRANSMISSION AFTER 3 DAYS OF OWNERSHIP AND 182 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. ISSUE FIRST HAPPENED WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AFTER IT TURNED GREEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2019-sunroof-leak-shatter","label":"Sunroof water leaks and glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11549494","quote_1_text":"Driving on the interstate with no cars near me and my sunroof exploded and showered me with glass. VW is claiming that it was hit and it was not. The car is my daily driver, and I inspect it daily","quote_2_odi":"11308999","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS DELIVERED BRAND NEW WITH A LEAKING PANORAMIC SUNROOF. THE DEALERSHIP ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR IT BY GRINDING DOWN BAD WELDS, REPLACING THE SUNROOF ASSEMBLY AND HEADLINER TO NO AVAIL","quote_3_odi":"11322344","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF LEAKS INTO CABIN CAUSING HEADLINER STAINS AND WATER DAMAGE TO HEADLINER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2019-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump coolant leak and engine overheating","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11500632","quote_1_text":"Faulty/unreliable water pump resulted in sudden coolant leak and subsequently overheating the engine","quote_2_odi":"11407230","quote_2_text":"COOLANT LEAKING FROM THERMOSTAT HOUSING WATERPUMP MODULE CAUSING ENGINE ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"vw-cc-2015-fuel-pump-control-module","label":"Fuel pump control module failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11608692","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen CC. The contact stated while stopped at a traffic signal, the signal changed to green and the contact depressed the accelerator pedal; however, the vehicle stalled. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to start","quote_2_odi":"11046433","quote_2_text":"LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET AND LOSS OF POWER FROM STATIONARY POSITION AT RED TRAFFIC LIGHT TO A IN MOTION GREEN LIGHT PRESSED ON PEDAL WITH NO MOTION","quote_3_odi":"11057728","quote_3_text":"MANUFACTURING RECALL # 20AE NHTSA RECALL # 17V509 ONTERRUPTION OF POWER TO THE FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE MAY CAUSE LOSS OF POWER WHILE IN MOTION THAT COULD INCREASE CRASH CAUSING INJURY/DAMAGE RECALL FIX STILL NOT AVAILABLE FROM MFR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"vw-cc-2015-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling horn and airbag light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11481759","quote_1_text":"The clock spring on this vehicle is defective. Airbag light is on, all steering wheel buttons/controls no longer work and the horn no longer works. Online research shows this to be a known issue for this model year and beyond","quote_2_odi":"11322483","quote_2_text":"I STARTED TO HEAR A WEIRD NOISE WHEN TURNING. A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND THE HORN AND BUTTONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL STOPPED WORKING. IT'S VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE WITHOUT A HORN AND IT'S SCARY TO KNOW THAT YOUR AIRBAG WON'T DEPLOY IN A CRASH","quote_3_odi":"11074397","quote_3_text":"WE PURCHASED THE CC IN APRIL OF 2016, AND WE HAVE HAD TO TAKE THE CAR IN TWICE FOR THE CLOCK SPRING WHICH IN LOCATED IN THE STEERING WHEEL THIS CAUSIES THE HORN TO MALFUNCTION AND NOT WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"vw-cc-2015-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11547128","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen CC. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the back over prevention camera failed to display an image. Additionally, the brake lights and turn signals failed to operate as needed, and the electronic trunk latch was inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11445694","quote_2_text":"Rearview Video Systems does not work. More commonly known as backup cameras, this technology helps the driver see behind the vehicle to avoid backing over people when moving in reverse. from long running forums it seem to be a long running problem","quote_3_odi":"11307090","quote_3_text":"HELLO, JUST REPORTING THAT MY BACKUP CAMERA SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING YESTERDAY. IT SAYS, BACKUP CAMERA UNAVAILABLE RIGHT NOW. I REALLY DEPEND ON THAT THING WEN BACKING UP!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"vw-cc-2015-tire-cupping-suspension","label":"Rear tire cupping from suspension setup","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11013434","quote_1_text":"ROAD NOISE AT 60MPH MADE ME INQUIRE AT MY 2 YEAR MAINTENANCE EVENT. MY CAR ONLY HAVE 16000 MILES AND THERE IS UNEVEN WEAR AND CUPPING IN THE REAR TIRES, PER THE DEALERSHIP. THEY SAID THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO ABOUT IT (WITHOUT ME PAYING FOR IT)","quote_2_odi":"10935565","quote_2_text":"I NOTICED A NOISE EARLIER THIS YEAR WHILE DRIVING AND I WAS CONVINCED IT WAS FLAT SPOTS ON THE TIRES OR ROAD NOISE.. I FOUND OUT RECENTLY THAT THE TIRES ON MY CAR ARE CUPPED AND NEED REPLACED IMMEDIATELY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-brake-booster-faulty-warning","label":"Brake booster faulty warning with reduced braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11529571","quote_1_text":"I would be driving under 30mph and would get a warning on my dashboard that would say \"Brake Booster Faulty\", in addition the \"Brake\" light would illuminate and my brakes would become spongy and harder to engage","quote_2_odi":"11540480","quote_2_text":"While driving, the car suddenly slowed to nearly stopping and a \"Brake Boost Faulty\" red warning light displayed on the dashboard. I was not breaking at the time. The brake pedal felt soft and the car would not regain acceleration","quote_3_odi":"11659675","quote_3_text":"I’ve had the “Brake Booster Faulty” error come on at least once a year. It’s very scary as the car just locks up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-water-pump-coolant-loss","label":"Water pump failure with coolant loss and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11737402","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, \"low coolant\" and \"overheating\" messages and the check engine warning light illuminated. On the first two occasions, the low coolant message appeared","quote_2_odi":"11750721","quote_2_text":"The water pump failed catastrophically at 63,100 miles, forcing a complete road-side breakdown and damaging the radiator. This is a known manufacturing defect affecting the 3.6L VR6 composite plastic pumps","quote_3_odi":"11606347","quote_3_text":"Replaced a failed water pump at 78,831 miles on 11/03/2022 and that replacement part failed again at 98,022 miles on 12/26/2023","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-led-low-beam-headlight-failure","label":"LED low beam headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11608861","quote_1_text":"Both low beam lights (left then right) failed within the same month. These are LED headlights. I have to drive with the high beam lights on all the time. Since these are LED headlights, there is no way to replace them (no bulbs)","quote_2_odi":"11706755","quote_2_text":"Both low beam headlights went out within two weeks of each other and the vehicle just hit 100,000 miles. Dealership states that replacing the entire headlight assembly is the only fix and will cost $3,000","quote_3_odi":"11731267","quote_3_text":"Both my low beam headlamps went out WHILE DRIVING. This is a major safety concern. It is also not an easy or inexpensive fix. The entire assembly must be replaced and not just a bulb","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-passenger-airbag-pods-fault","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection fault, recall pending","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":79,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11566868","quote_1_text":"Around May 2023, I received a passenger airbag safety recall for my Volkswagen Atlas. The letter states that the Passenger Occupancy Detection System (PODS) is faulty and that in the event of an accident, the passenger airbag would likely not work","quote_2_odi":"11573544","quote_2_text":"I am experiencing issues related to the airbag sensor recall as the sensor does not know if someone is in the seat or not - it thinks someone is there when they aren't, and vice versa","quote_3_odi":"11542887","quote_3_text":"Our airbag warning light, comes on and off. This happens sporadically whether the passenger seat is occupied or not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-aeb-without-obstruction","label":"Automatic emergency braking activating without obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11638964","quote_1_text":"Midway through the intersection (at about 10 mph) the vehicles emergency braking system engaged for no reason slamming her to an immediate stop. There were no obstructions in front or to either side of the vehicle. There was another car behind her that almost rear-ended her","quote_2_odi":"11580540","quote_2_text":"Automatic Emergency Breaking initiated on its own, slamming the car breaks as I was turning left out of a parking lot onto a busy 4 lane street. This stopped the car as we were crossing the first lane of traffic","quote_3_odi":"11510748","quote_3_text":"First time-Driving on road at 45 mph when my car started flashing red for a forward collision and my cars automatic emergency brake stopped me immediately with nothing in front of me on a clear road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-engine-shutdown-while-driving","label":"Engine shutdown while driving at low speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11590768","quote_1_text":"In June and early July of 2023 the vehicle’s engine shut off while driving at least 4 times. Shut off occurred while driving at low speeds while in a parking lot, coming out of an intersection, and when approaching a stop sign","quote_2_odi":"11612217","quote_2_text":"Engine stops occasionally while driving and the car is moving. This has occurred even with Start/Stop turned off and while the vehicle is moving on the road. This has occurred several times over the past year","quote_3_odi":"11644452","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway with my family in stop and go traffic when my car turned off on its own while still in Drive. The car has an \"Auto On/Off\" feature that we had disabled so it should not have, for any reason, done this","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-epc-power-loss","label":"Loss of engine power with EPC warning light","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11646925","quote_1_text":"THE EPC LIGHT WILL COME ON AT ANYTIME. MEANING WHILE DRIVING ON A STREET HIGHWAY OR FREEWAY. WHICH IS A SAFETY ISSUE. THE VEICHLE WILL LOSE POWER AND START TO SHAKE","quote_2_odi":"11581868","quote_2_text":"EPC light came on and shut the car down at highway speeds. Car was incapacitated. Had car taken to dealer and was told the computer indicated a problem with the fuel injection wiring harness","quote_3_odi":"11673854","quote_3_text":"while operating the vehicle felt a jerk and then the check engine, oil, and EPC warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle decelerated and lost power on the highway, we were able to coast to the nearest parking lot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-drl-led-failure","label":"LED daytime running light failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11694932","quote_1_text":"Dual Daytime running light (DRL) LED headlights failures. The LED DRL strips integrated into the headlight assembly stopped functioning within 3 years of ownership (60,000 and 75,000) miles.. The failure requires replacing the entire headlight assembly, which can cost over","quote_2_odi":"11651593","quote_2_text":"Daytime running light strip (LED) on the passenger side stopped working at about 70,000 miles. The main daytime running light also does not work on that side. ONLINE FORUMS ARE FULL OF THIS VERY SAME COMPLAINT, most failing at about 50-60k miles. The LED strip is housed within","quote_3_odi":"11740364","quote_3_text":"Front passenger-side daytime running light went out. Cannot be replaced individually. Must replace entire front lighting assembly at significant cost","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-hood-release-cable","label":"Hood release cable breakage","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11735047","quote_1_text":"The hood release latch cable snapped, which makes it impossible to open the hood for an emergency or maintenance. The cable is a poor design that is prone to breaking, and from looking online is an extremely common occurrence for the Atlas. It also costs $500-$800 to repair for","quote_2_odi":"11743559","quote_2_text":"Hood release cable either lost tension, broke, or came loose from the clamp in the junction box and cannot open the hood. I was stopped on the side of the road, unable to open the hood. I and my family were put in excessive danger on the side of the road as I could not correct","quote_3_odi":"11677298","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start due to battery failure. The contact attempted to open the hood of the vehicle to charge the battery; however, the hood failed to unlock. The contact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-sos-call-failure","label":"Emergency Call (SOS) system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11709214","quote_1_text":"The emergency SOS/ Emergency call function has failed. It appeared yesterday, so I began looking into the issue online. This issue is absolutely endemic and is occurring across multiple late model Volkswagen vehicles. Volkswagen is aware of this issue (per their guidance to VW","quote_2_odi":"11715841","quote_2_text":"SOS light is on and my VW will not connect to my VW app. The call module has failed. Yes, I paid to get a diagnostic test and it was confirmed that it failed. if I get into and accident i will not be able to receive help. All of my friends have the same issue with VW. Some have","quote_3_odi":"11604813","quote_3_text":"Emergency SOS error. Dealership stated that the modulator is defective. It is draining my battery and requires to be jumped off to start. I have read in VW forums that this is a known problem effecting many VW, Audi and BMW owners","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and restart","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11752448","quote_1_text":"I own a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas with approximately 61,000 miles. After a software update prompted by the vehicle, saying it will be done in 3 parts.the infotainment screen began malfunctioning the following day. Initially, the screen would repeatedly go black, restart, work for a","quote_2_odi":"11640816","quote_2_text":"when I start my car, the infotainment center does not turn on, which means that I lose not just the luxury features that come along with it, but also the safety features, like the back-up camera and road sign recognition. Issues started in January 2025 as intermittent and are","quote_3_odi":"11629367","quote_3_text":"Display screen goes blank and restarts after a few seconds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-brake-noise-pedal","label":"Brake noise and reduced pedal firmness","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11709844","quote_1_text":"Brake booster system failed, which results in spongy brake pedal with significant reduction in braking force. Problem has been seen by my entire family and me, a mechanic. Vehicle has not been inspected by manufacturer, insurance or police since the issue arose . Brake lamp","quote_2_odi":"11625155","quote_2_text":"After the vehicle has sat for a couple of hours, when I get in to drive and come to a complete stop, there’s a gurgling/swooshing water sound coming from the front brakes. I confirmed my pads and rotors are fine, but the functionality of the brakes appear to act up when the","quote_3_odi":"11602370","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal fluttered while depressed. Additionally, the contact heard a loud grinding sound while depressing the brake pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-low-speed-stall","label":"Engine stall at low speed with manual restart prompt","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11602926","quote_1_text":"While driving at low speeds or accelerating from a stopped position, vehicle engine stalls out and the entire vehicle shuts down and prompts me to manually restart the engine by placing the vehicle in park. This has happened as I have tried to pull out of a parking lot onto a","quote_2_odi":"11667284","quote_2_text":"VW Atlas randomly shuts off when coming to a stop or slowing down. I have to put the car in park and then restart the vehicle. This is incredibly dangerous and scary. This has happened at least 5 times now, all while driving on the road and in traffic. No warning lights popped","quote_3_odi":"11622512","quote_3_text":"On multiple occasions while driving the car engine will shut off - this has happened on the highway as well. I have taken the car to the dealer 4 different times and its the same thing every time - they tell me the charcoal canister has to be replaced. When they replace it the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-airbag-warning-recall","label":"Air bag warning light and open recall 24V464000","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11622982","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V464000 (Air Bags); 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","quote_2_odi":"11628197","quote_2_text":"This is regarding the passenger side airbag/sensor that needs recall in my 2021 VW Atlas. Is there still no planned fix for this? If so, why not? We are getting close to 6 months from the first notice and it is inconvenient to not have passengers be able to ride safely","quote_3_odi":"11646962","quote_3_text":"Manufacturer still does not have a remedy for open recall that was announced June 2024. Since this regards passenger detection and air bag deployment in the event of an accident, 9 months and still no remedy is unacceptable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and center display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11722378","quote_1_text":"The instrument panel in my car went completely dark, leaving me without any knowledge of my speed. This is a massive safety risk","quote_2_odi":"11700595","quote_2_text":"The component that keeps failing is the instrument panel and display panel completely blackout when driving. The instrument panels come back on shortly after blacking out. It also shows a message sometimes in red and sometimes in yellow that there's an electrical malfunction","quote_3_odi":"11687021","quote_3_text":"While driving the infotainment system switched off entirely, the screen went black and after roughly 1 minute rebooted. I had both my hands on the steering wheel and was NOT operating the infotainment system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-door-handle-failure","label":"Exterior door handle and door latch malfunction","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11630430","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s door handle malfunctioned twice, causing a door to open unexpectedly while driving at normal speeds","quote_2_odi":"11712469","quote_2_text":"While driving at normal city speed, the front passenger door opened unexpectedly while a passenger was seated inside, creating a serious safety risk. The passenger was restrained by a seat belt, preventing ejection","quote_3_odi":"11632211","quote_3_text":"The door handles do not open on most occasions when there are passengers in the back seats","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair delays from unavailable parts","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11652607","quote_1_text":"VW failed to perform the repairs associated with recall 24V651 because the necessary parts are not available despite months of leadtime. It costs me $80 each time I bring my car in","quote_2_odi":"11657625","quote_2_text":"This car is subject to 3 recalls, the first of which is now nearly 8 months old. I can not get a dealer to address the recalls, despite repeated visits to the dealership","quote_3_odi":"11648560","quote_3_text":"My dealership, Westside VW in St. Louis Park, MN, has not completed my recalls in a reasonable amount of time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-gps-location-error","label":"GPS location error and SOS emergency call failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11690904","quote_1_text":"The built in GPS map on the touchscreen of the car positions the car roughly 50 miles east of its current location. Minimally this can result in distracted driving if I attempt to use the map for directions since it has an inaccurate starting point","quote_2_odi":"11714857","quote_2_text":"The navigation and GPS shows the car is hundreds of miles from where it actually is. In the event of an accident, the automatic emergency call will not show the proper location of the vehicle making any first responder assistance impossible","quote_3_odi":"11723165","quote_3_text":"The vehicle’s GPS/navigation system repeatedly misrepresents the vehicle’s physical location while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed while parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11752981","quote_1_text":"Sudden acceleration while parking in my garage. Very low speed,then sudden “explosive “ acceleration smashing the front end and garage contents","quote_2_odi":"11643685","quote_2_text":"I was easing into a parking spot and braking when the car suddenly and uncontrollablly accelerated, leveling a light pole in front of me and finally coming to a stop on top of the light pole base","quote_3_odi":"11678664","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while pulling into a parking space at barely 2 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated and crashed into the rear of a building","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-hv-battery-fire-risk","label":"High-voltage battery fire risk and charging restrictions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11709505","quote_1_text":"My ID.4 was charging in the driveway and it started on fire. My daughter came home from a friends house, saw it had started on fire, and called 911","quote_2_odi":"11730304","quote_2_text":"I was charging at Electrify America charging station for approximately 20 minutes when suddenly I felt the ID.4 shaking and then seconds later I was surrounded by smoke coming from outside and beneath the ID.4. The ID.4 was not turned on and was completely stationary","quote_3_odi":"11714709","quote_3_text":"My 2023 VW ID.4 AWD Pro S is subject to Recall 93EA (NHTSA 26V030) for battery fire risk. I must: park outside only (no garage), avoid all DC fast charging, and limit charge to 80%","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-motive-power-loss","label":"Loss of motive power with 12-volt battery fault messages","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11752552","quote_1_text":"As soon as I try to make a turn, the car begins beeping and the faults “Electrical system malfunction” and “12V power supply” show up. My car does not accelerate, I lose power steering, and I can no longer move while I’m still in the middle of the road with cars around me","quote_2_odi":"11740645","quote_2_text":"The car has been to the dealer for testing, and they say that the on-board battery checks out without any problems, yet I continue to get the battery error codes","quote_3_odi":"11651390","quote_3_text":"The contact became aware that the vehicle was no longer responding to user input; however, after about an hour the vehicle returned to normal functionality","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11646127","quote_1_text":"The automated braking system unexpectedly activated while I was driving out of my driveway and on to the street. There were no cars on the road when it happened. Another time it happened while I was backing out of my garage. It unexpectedly slammed the brakes","quote_2_odi":"11685449","quote_2_text":"The adaptive cruise control does not see the vehicle in front of you. The vehicle randomly emergency brakes. And a four Mile drive it would emergency brake three times","quote_3_odi":"11626486","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while merging onto the highway at approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly came to a complete stop. The contact started pumping the accelerator to avoid being struck from behind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-mechatronic-failure","label":"DSG mechatronic unit failure / loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":92,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11397620","quote_1_text":"DURING NORMAL AROUND-TOWN OPERATION THE VEHICLE (2013 JETTA HYBRID) EXPERIENCED A TEMPORARY LOSS OF DRIVE POWER. IT FELT LIKE THE CLUTCH SLIPPED OR BECAME DISENGAGED MOMENTARILY (3 SECONDS). THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DISPLAYED","quote_2_odi":"11439107","quote_2_text":"Car was purchased recently from used car dealer Unique Imports in Tucson. Car was being driven by my wife onto I10 at about 50mph and suddenly lost drive. There was no power being transmitted either from the electric motor or the gasoline engine","quote_3_odi":"11433976","quote_3_text":"There is a recall on 2013-2015 VW Jetta Hybrid transmissions. I have a 2013 VW Jetta Hybrid. on September 21, 2021, the transmission malfunctioned, causing the clutch to fail to engage, resulting in the car being unable to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition switch key stuck / will not turn off","component_code":"STEERING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11540805","quote_1_text":"This vehicle and other vehicles of the same model have a faulty ignition cylinder lock housing causing the key to be unable to turn the car to off and be removed from the ignition","quote_2_odi":"11537164","quote_2_text":"The key gets stuck in the ignition switch and the car is not able to turn off. In order to remove the key you have to jiggle it several times which could be minutes or up to an hour","quote_3_odi":"11329248","quote_3_text":"IGNITION SWITCH MALFUNCTION. WILL NOT TURN AND LEAVES VEHICLE RUNNING, KEY IS UNABLE TO BE REMOVED. VW KNOWS ABOUT THIS ISSUE AND FAILS TO ISSUE A RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-coil-spring-break","label":"Front or rear coil spring breakage","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11478340","quote_1_text":"Left front coil spring broke. Made popping sound while turning. Coil spring has two pink and two white dots","quote_2_odi":"11399944","quote_2_text":"COIL SPRINGS BREAK RANDOMLY IN COLD WEATHER MAKING CAR HANDLE ERRATICALLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. VW HAS RECALLED MANY COIL SPRINGS ON OTHER MODELS BUT NOT THE JETTA HYBRID WHICH USES THE SAME COMPONENTS. VERY UNSAFE","quote_3_odi":"11467232","quote_3_text":"While about to drive my vehicle to work which had been parked in my driveway for about 48 since the last drive made a horrible grinding noise in both drive and reverse moving a few feet","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-hpfp-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with metal shavings","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11640739","quote_1_text":"My Bosch CP4 fuel pump failed causing my engine to stall while turning at a very busy/fast intersection. This can occur at speed without any warning of sudden failure, putting everyone on the road at risk","quote_2_odi":"11623806","quote_2_text":"Cp4 pump failed on car with 85,000 miles on it sending metal pieces throughout the fuel system causing damage and a $9,000 bill to fix a car worth $9,000 so it is essentially totaled","quote_3_odi":"11498178","quote_3_text":"Fuel pressure Malfunction Vw poorly designed the fuel pump When the fuel pump goes out it Shoots Metal shavings into the whole Fuel System Causing the car to lose Fuel Pressure and causing the car to Shut off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-clock-spring-airbag","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11615445","quote_1_text":"It seems that my vehicle's clock spring has broken. There is already a warranty issue with this part. However, my local service center cannot get my vehicle in for 5 weeks","quote_2_odi":"11481856","quote_2_text":"According to the dealership my car has a broken clock spring switch in the steering wheel. This part is covered under an warranty extension issued in 2018. Without this switch all of the controls located in the steering wheel are inoperative","quote_3_odi":"11460189","quote_3_text":"My car's clock spring has failed causing the driver side / steering wheel airbag connection to fail in my car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-electrical-shutdown","label":"Sudden electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11441174","quote_1_text":"While driving on freeway going 80mph in carpool with my toddler in backseat the car turned off losing all power to car. engine stopped, steering did not work, brakes did not work, and all lights on dash turned off along with headlights and break lights","quote_2_odi":"11384295","quote_2_text":"IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR SPONTANEOUSLY SHUT DOWN ELECTRICALLY, AS IF A FUSE SHORTED, ALMOST ALL DASHBOARD LIGHTS TURNED ON, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP, AND THE BRAKES WENT UNRESPONSIVE, NEARLY CAUSING A COLLISION","quote_3_odi":"11486108","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle would intermittently fail to restart soon after failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-brake-lockup","label":"Service brakes engaging or locking without input","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11509328","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a rainy day on the freeway where my breaks went out on me. I pressed down all of the way and the car wouldn’t stop","quote_2_odi":"11485904","quote_2_text":"The car automatically locked its brakes without me even touching the brakes while I was going 60mph and almost lost control","quote_3_odi":"11458873","quote_3_text":"The brake system has malfunctioned, and I would be happy for you to inspect it. The brakes come on suddenly when the foot brake is not being applied","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-crosssport-2024-infotainment-reboot-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen reboot, blackout, and safety feature loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-10","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11721693","quote_1_text":"This vehicle, since January of 2025, has a screen that flickers and shuts off entirely multiple times per day. Sometimes, it is severe enough that the entire computer system shuts down and none of the safety features are available, such as collision warning, automatic braking, etc.…","quote_2_odi":"11636753","quote_2_text":"The display unit continuously reboots or shuts down. When it does this, warnings go off stating safety features are all disabled and not available. This is very dangerous and they dealership says there is no fix. The monitor/display reboots every continuously through the drive…","quote_3_odi":"11662482","quote_3_text":"Rear view camera visibility failure from Infotainment system reboots. Car undergoes frequent infotainment center reboots, which causes a loss of rearview camera video feed and loss of several assistance systems, such as the rear pedestrian cross walk warning system…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-crosssport-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking with minimal or no impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11578315","quote_1_text":"Windsheld cracks instantly, every time a small pebble hits it. Saw that the older models that this problem also. I have owned atleast 8 cars and this is only vehicle that's Windsheld cracks everything a small pebble hits it on highway.","quote_2_odi":"11693756","quote_2_text":"My windshield developed a crack across the windshield without any impact, no rock chip, debris, or collision. The vehicle was fine when I pulled it into the garage and the next morning, the crack appeared and has continued to expanded. This appears to be a spontaneous failure.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-crosssport-2024-powertrain-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Loss of propulsion and transmission error at speed","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11756349","quote_1_text":"On two consecutive occasions, my 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport suddenly lost almost all ability to accelerate after highway driving. Both times, after exiting the highway and stopping at a traffic light, pressing the accelerator would only allow the vehicle to travel a few miles per hour…","quote_2_odi":"11711225","quote_2_text":"While driving approximately 75 mph on an interstate highway, the engine suddenly shut off without warning. There were no warning lights or messages prior to the failure. Power was lost while the vehicle was still moving at highway speed.","quote_3_odi":"11712815","quote_3_text":"When the vehicle was shifted from park to drive, the vehicle went neutral and began to roll back. Immediately there was a transmission error and warning light illumination. The vehicle was put in park and a shift to drive was attempted again. The car again rolled backwards.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-crosssport-2024-brake-noise-grinding","label":"Brake grinding, squealing, and shaking during application","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11746157","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the brakes made abnormally loud squeaking and grinding sounds. The failure persisted, and the vehicle hesitated while responding with the brake pedal depressed while driving, causing the braking distance to be extended.","quote_2_odi":"11707163","quote_2_text":"The brakes are loud, grinding, and sounds like water sloshing around. Upon research, VW knows this issues since their 22 model and has yet to address it but rather keeps using bad material brakes. The braking results in shaking when breaking especially in the colder months.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2024-infotainment-reboot-disconnect","label":"Infotainment system reboot and phone connectivity loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-07-02 → 2026-07-10","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11749604","quote_1_text":"Infotainment system randomly reboots mid-drive. Screen goes blank/black for about 10 seconds, then VW logo appears and the system boots back up. • Google Maps navigation won't start. Have to exit and re-enter the destination, sometimes twice before it functions properly. • iPhone connects and immediately disconnects…","quote_2_odi":"11686500","quote_2_text":"APPLE CARPLAY AND ANDROID AUTO DISCONNECTS AT MULTIPLE LOCATIONS WHILE DRIVING. IT IS DUE TO WIFI TURNING OFF AUTOMATICALLY. AND VEHICLE IS BEEN TO DEALERSHIP 3 times. BUT NO RESOLUTION. WIFI TURNS OFF ITSELF AND CARPLAY OR NAVIGATION IS INTERRUPTED.","quote_3_odi":"11699394","quote_3_text":"The infotainment center freezes and spontaneously disconnects. At first, I though it was my phone and switched carriers. It was not. It also does not recognize my key is present and I have to pshycially lock and unlock it. Sometimes the doors won't open and it happens several times.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2024-adas-unavailable","label":"ADAS and driver-assist system unavailability warnings","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-12-31 → 2026-05-31","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11741111","quote_1_text":"The adaptive cruise control (ACC), forward collision warning, and automatic emergency braking/front assist systems have repeatedly malfunctioned. The vehicle has been returned to the dealership multiple times for diagnosis and repair, but the issues remain unresolved.","quote_2_odi":"11633327","quote_2_text":"Front sensor for frontal collision, lane keep and adaptive cruise control. Warning lights including SOS will come on with a message saying no sensor view, and safety systems not available. Comes on randomly when driving.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2024-engine-fire-smoke","label":"Engine compartment fire and smoke emission","component_code":"ENGINE, STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-10-14 → 2026-02-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11699306","quote_1_text":"During normal operation on a public road, the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan suddenly began emitting smoke from the front of the vehicle. This occurred without any warning lights, messages, unusual smells, or symptoms beforehand. Within moments, flames became visible from under the hood.","quote_2_odi":"11695570","quote_2_text":"My car was less than a year old, had been at the dealership for routine maintenance on September 24th, and with no warning signals from the vehicle's electronics smoke started coming out from the hood while I was ~20 minutes into my drive to work.","quote_3_odi":"11715560","quote_3_text":"On February 9, 2025, while parked in my driveway and not in operation, the vehicle caught fire. I was later informed that the fire originated in the dashboard and was electrical in nature. This incident presented a significant safety risk.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2024-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and unexpected loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06-08 → 2026-06-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737039","quote_1_text":"Without any warning — no dashboard lights, no sounds, no hesitation — the engine completely lost all power at highway speed. I pressed the gas pedal repeatedly with full force and there was absolutely no response. The car decelerated uncontrollably in active nighttime highway traffic.","quote_2_odi":"11742072","quote_2_text":"While stopped at a traffic light, the engine shut off without warning and would not restart after releasing the brake. Vehicle required shifting back into Park to restart. Documented in dealer repair order #XXX dated XXX.","quote_3_odi":"11664414","quote_3_text":"While driving, the car abruptly stopped in the middle of the road, putting my entire family in grave danger. Fortunately, there was no vehicle immediately behind us, or this could have resulted in a serious accident.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2024-sos-electrical-fault","label":"SOS system fault and electrical communication failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07-22 → 2026-06-22","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11603682","quote_1_text":"Since purchase, this vehicle has an SOS error that disables the SOS emergency assistance and communication functions. It has been back to the dealer twice and they are unable to repair. The manager has told be that VW is aware but there is no fix at this time.","quote_2_odi":"11608199","quote_2_text":"An SOS error shows and when this occurs I am unable to use the SOS crash function, as well as navigation and calling. It has been back to the dealer twice for repair but it still occurs. Volkswagen states there is no fix at this time.","quote_3_odi":"11706466","quote_3_text":"The engine started smoking at 11,000 and new valve seals were replaced in the head. The engine has started to smoke again at 16,800 mile and dealer said the next step would be to replace the head. Car has been to the dealer 6-7 times for electrical and engine problems. The SOS light comes on almost every morning.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-brake-grinding-noise","label":"Brake grinding and squealing noise with pedal vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11651295","quote_1_text":"When the Atlas is cold, there is a weird screeching/grinding sound coming from the drivers side front when I press the brakes while in motion. Car has 12 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11648773","quote_2_text":"Grinding noise accompanied with vibration and pulsating feel in brake pedal. Fluid movement noises near driver footwell","quote_3_odi":"11701749","quote_3_text":"Strong steering-wheel shake and brake-pedal pulsation when braking from highway speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-gear-engagement-failure","label":"Gear engagement failure and shifts into neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11696592","quote_1_text":"October 27th- As my husband was parking at work, the vehicle suddenly refused to shift into any gear—Park, Reverse, or Drive—and defaulted to Neutral","quote_2_odi":"11651068","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while at a stop sign and attempting to make a left turn, while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed; however, approximately five seconds later, the vehicle responded as intended","quote_3_odi":"11677185","quote_3_text":"The vehicle stopped moving/pulling (the engine was still running) and the vehicle put itself in Neutral. The wheels locked up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor or no impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11618572","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked without a significant event occurring. Windshield appears to be weaker or defective","quote_2_odi":"11645863","quote_2_text":"The front windshield spontaneously vertically cracked across the center half an hour after the car was washed in the shade on a cool day. There were no rock chips which could have caused this","quote_3_odi":"11623973","quote_3_text":"Two weeks ago a small pebble hit my windshield. Immediately, the chip hit spread inches long. I was shocked that the chip spread immediately approximately 5 inches","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-tail-light-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion in exterior light assemblies","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11752999","quote_1_text":"The light strip / brake light on the tailgate has water inside and stopped working. Error message \"please check right tail light.\"","quote_2_odi":"11721813","quote_2_text":"The rear light bar/tail light assembly fills with water and causing turn signals and light bar to intermittently not work","quote_3_odi":"11693790","quote_3_text":"My 2024 Volkswagen Atlas SE began collecting visible moisture inside the rear tail light assembly less than 18 months after purchase. Over time, this led to intermittent lighting failure, sometimes the lights function, sometimes they don’t","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout, pixelation, camera loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11757211","quote_1_text":"The center infotainment/display screen in this 2024 VW Atlas repeatedly goes black, freezes, and reboots itself while the vehicle is being driven, including at highway speed (about 43-55 mph)","quote_2_odi":"11620164","quote_2_text":"I have a 2024 VW Atlas and the infotainment screen sporadically goes pixelated and it is very hard to use the touchscreen controls. When this happens the rearview camera is also impossible to use as the screen is all scrambled","quote_3_odi":"11694325","quote_3_text":"Over the air software update causing the infotainment system to fail and shut down causing all the safety systems to not work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-engine-stall-overheat","label":"Engine stall, overheating, and loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11752042","quote_1_text":"The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas suddenly lost all power and acceleration while driving at approximately 45 mph with a child passenger. There were no warning lights, messages, or abnormal symptoms prior to the failure","quote_2_odi":"11627972","quote_2_text":"The vehicle started shaking while making metal grinding noises, which forced us to pull over and have the vehicle towed to the nearest dealership. We were told that the engine had metal parts that came loose in the engine compartment and that the engine now has to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11745113","quote_3_text":"While driving, the engine light comes on along with a flashing red error message that says error: drive system and then the engine starts overheating and I have to park the car and turn it off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-unintended-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacles","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11575105","quote_1_text":"Driving on a straight road in the rain approximately 45-50 mph with no other cars in front. Automatic braking system went on 3 times within 200 yards. Very scary- could have been rear-ended or hydroplaned","quote_2_odi":"11636057","quote_2_text":"We were driving down the interstate with cruise control on. There were no other cars around us thank goodness but the car slammed on the brakes with no warning","quote_3_odi":"11622123","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has randomly applied emergency breaking with the Forward Collision Warning System activating when no vehicles, pedestrians, animals, or objects were present to initiate this safety feature","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-passenger-airbag-recall","label":"Passenger occupant detection failure and recall part delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11744658","quote_1_text":"The front passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) sensor wiring has failed in my 2024 Volkswagen Atlas. This failure has disabled the passenger airbag, significantly increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash","quote_2_odi":"11615107","quote_2_text":"Passenger in front, light flashes on and off. Venice unable to be repaired at dealership. Dealership reporting they are recommending no front seat passenger in my vehicle. Repair unavailable since June 2024","quote_3_odi":"11639579","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V464000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-fuel-tank-suction-pump-leak","label":"Fuel tank suction jet pump leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":72,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11338492","quote_1_text":"AT 47,000 MILES THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ALLOW FUEL TO BE PUT INTO THE TANK. TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP TO BE TOLD THAT THE SUCTION PUMP INSIDE GAS TANK WAS OVER PRESSURIZING THE TANK CAUSING FUEL TO SHOOT OUT OF THE GAS FILLING TUBE","quote_2_odi":"11693205","quote_2_text":"On October 13, 2025, while driving my 2017 Volkswagen GTI, I noticed a strong odor of gasoline inside and around the vehicle. After parking and inspecting the car, I observed a large pool of gasoline forming in front of the rear passenger-side wheel well","quote_3_odi":"11694805","quote_3_text":"Description of the Problem: The fuel pump failed and began spraying gasoline during operation. The malfunction was documented on video by an authorized Volkswagen mechanic and confirmed by a Volkswagen dealership in Honolulu, Hawaii","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-thermostat-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Thermostat housing and water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11287512","quote_1_text":"THERMOSTAT HOUSING & ASSOCIATED SEALS ON THE CURRENT 1.8L AND 2.0L VOLKSWAGEN/AUDI EA888 GEN 3 ENGINE ARE PRONE TO FAILURE, CAUSING LOSS OF ENGINE COOLANT. THIS COULD AFFECT ANY VW/AUDI VEHICLE USING THE 1.8 OR 2.0L EA888 GEN 3 ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"11359910","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A CONSTANT COOLANT LEAK COMING FROM THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING AND WATER PUMP AREA. IT STARTED AS A SLOW LEAK, EVERY 10,000 MILES OR SO I WOULD HAVE TO TOP IT OFF AND NOW IT HAS GOTTEN TO THE POINT WHERE I HAVE TO FILL IT BACK UP EVERY DAY","quote_3_odi":"11453632","quote_3_text":"Yes my concern is the water pump that is made out of plastic which is notorious to fail at low miles. My car only has 64k on it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-panoramic-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11231067","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAKS. HEADLINER I AND CARPET IS BADLY STAINED WITH VISIBLE MOLD GROWTH. PILLAR STAINING AS WELL. WATER LEAKS FROM DOME LIGHT AND SUNROOF CONTROL BUTTONS. WATER ALSO LEAKS INTO FOOT WELL","quote_2_odi":"11257402","quote_2_text":"I AM SEEING WATER STAINS ON MY HEADLINER AROUND THE ENTIRE PANORAMIC SUNROOF. THERE IS WATER SOAKING THE CARPETS ON THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER CARPETS. THERE IS ALSO A MUSTY SMELL DUE TO THE STANDING WATER THAT HAS BEEN LEAKING FROM THE SUNROOF","quote_3_odi":"11217100","quote_3_text":"NUMEROUS CRACKS APPEARED IN THE SUNROOF FRAME OF THE 2017 VW GTI CAUSING LEAKING AND INSTABILITY OF PANORAMIC SUNROOF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-gear-shift-trim-sharp-edge","label":"Gear shift trim edge laceration","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11609661","quote_1_text":"I have gear shift trim that has peeled and is extermely sharp in my vehicle. This had led to cutting my hands multiple times while accessing the center storage compartment","quote_2_odi":"11441159","quote_2_text":"On 8/22/21, the aluminum/plastic trim around the gear shifter boot gave me a deep cut on my pinky finger as I removed my phone from the USB adapter. The bleeding did not stop for several hours even after applying pressure and I'm very lucky that I didn't need stitches!!!","quote_3_odi":"11404319","quote_3_text":"INTERIOR TRIM IN FRONT OF SHIFTER IS UNREASONABLY SHARP. WHEN REMOVING ITEMS, LIKE CELL PHONE, OR WALLET FROM THE STORAGE CUBBY IN FRONT OF THE SHIFTER MULTIPLE FINGERS HAVE BEEN SNAGGED AND SLICED DEEPLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-suspension-component-failure","label":"Suspension spring and subframe failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578065","quote_1_text":"-rear coil springs snapped -if coil completely falls out there will be no suspension, creating a greater chance of accident -yes confirmed by mavis discount tire -inspected by me and mavis discount tire -no warning","quote_2_odi":"11496908","quote_2_text":"Car developed a knocking sound from the front-left which occurred during any movement of the suspension, i.e. from all minor perturbations of the road surface rather than major dynamic actions such as breaking or steering","quote_3_odi":"11394609","quote_3_text":"REAR SPRING BROKE. DEALER REPLACED BUT SAID CAR DOESN'T QUALIFY FOR RELATED SAFETY RECALL 42J5 EVEN THOUGH YEAR OF CAR IS LISTED IN RECALL DATE RANGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11595149","quote_1_text":"driving down the highway at 70mph and what sounded like a gunshot inside the car. glass started falling on us driving down the road. the sunroof glass exploded. got pulled over and looked and the glass is literally blown outward not inward like something falling on it","quote_2_odi":"11527665","quote_2_text":"Sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving down the highway. No collision or impact. Sounded like a gunshot. Had to immediately pull over, remove all of the glass in order to drive it at all","quote_3_odi":"11498054","quote_3_text":"The sunroof glass exploded while driving. Shattered glass had the potential to fall into the vehicle had the sun shield not been closed. Shattered class could fly out onto the road causing hazards to other motorists","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-steering-clock-spring-failure","label":"Steering wheel clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11585888","quote_1_text":"The Clock Spring Assembly on my vehicle failed. In May 2023 Volkswagen of America issued an extended warranty coverage notice for the part. After doing some research and determining the part failure, I called my local VW dealer to report the problem","quote_2_odi":"11477257","quote_2_text":"Airbags, horn, cruise control and all other functions related to the steering wheel suddenly stopped working. Volkswagen has diagnosed the clock spring is defective and needs to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11460207","quote_3_text":"Clock Spring failure, air bag error, loss of horn and steering wheel button controls such as cruise control","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2018-fuel-injector-harness-limp-mode","label":"Fuel injector wiring harness fault causing limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":276,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733032","quote_1_text":"First purchased this car from a dealership in 2023, used at128,051 miles. Did not have any problems with it in the first year I would say. Then suddenly while driving down the road the epc light would come on limiting my speed to 4,000 rpm. It would come on and off also causing","quote_2_odi":"11732357","quote_2_text":"2018 VW Tiguan. The fuel injector harness failed. There is a NHTSA letter stating 2018-2019 Tiguans had this issue and there’s an extended warranty up to 120,000 miles. My Tiguan is at 91,000 miles, but VW is saying the warranty isn’t assigned to my VIN. So there’s a warranty","quote_3_odi":"11696690","quote_3_text":"While driving 70mph on the interstate in the middle lane with an 18-Wheeler next to me in the right lane, my can all of the sudden a warning for an over the 4000 max rpm and an EPC light, which caused my car to start loosing speeding no matter how much or hard I pressed the gas","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2018-panoramic-sunroof-leak-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak and glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":276,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11552231","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof continually leaks into the rear c-pillar. Each time it rains the seat belts become saturated with rain water. I am of the opinion this will cause more rapid deterioration of the seat belts than usual. Additionally, water ponds in the rear floor boards and","quote_2_odi":"11649156","quote_2_text":"Panoramic Sunroof randomly exploded while my car was parked at my workplace. I parked the vehicle after 8am. My sunroof spontaneously exploded at roughly 2:30pm. A coworker had arrived seconds before the explosion, he parked his vehicle behind & across the lot. While standing by","quote_3_odi":"11545358","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65-70 MPH, a loud explosion was heard coming from the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the roadway. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the sunroof glass had","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2018-unintended-auto-brake-activation","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":276,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11256087","quote_1_text":"ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS WHILE THE CAR IS MOVING AT A VERY SLOW RATE OF SPEED LESS THAN 5MPH THE EMERGENCY BRAKING WILL ENGAGE FOR NO REASON AT ALL. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE STARTING TO PROCEED FORWARD AFTER SITTING AT A RED LIGHT AS WELL AS SLOWLY TURNING INTO A PARKING LOT WITH NO","quote_2_odi":"11210108","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON A SATURDAY MORNING TO MY HOME. NO CARS IN FRONT OF ME, BEHIND ME OR IN THE OPPOSITE LANE (2 LANE ROAD). WITHIN 1/4 MILE FROM HOME, THE AUTOMATIC FRONT BRAKE ASSIST WAS ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN ON THIS EXACT ROAD 100'S OF TIMES AND THIS HAS NEVER HAPPENED. THE","quote_3_odi":"11192506","quote_3_text":"FRONTAL BRAKE ASSIST IS ENGAGING WITHOUT NECESSITY. ONE INCIDENT OCCURRED SLOWING DRIVING THROUGH AN EMPTY PARKING GARAGE WHILE SLOWLY FOLLOWING ANOTHER CAR ABOUT A CAR LENGTH AHEAD. MY DASH WARNING LIGHTS TURNED ON AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED. SECOND INCIDENT OCCURRED AS I WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2018-suspension-coil-spring-noise","label":"Suspension coil spring fracture and clunking noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":276,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728835","quote_1_text":"Front coil spring fractured at 84,554 miles. I am the original owner with full dealer-maintained service history. VW issued Safety Recall 42J5 for premature rear coil spring fracture on 2018–2019 Tiguans due to material specification and manufacturing process defects at the","quote_2_odi":"11447923","quote_2_text":"The car has had 10 safety recalls with one being the suspension. The suspension problem hasn’t been fixed as the car makes a loud clunking noise when driving it. My car has been to Volkswagen twice and they stated that the car was fine and they have no solution for the sound","quote_3_odi":"11152345","quote_3_text":"RATTLING NOISE OVER ANY UNEVEN SURFACE WORSE AT LOW SPEEDS. VOLKSWAGEN TEC TOLD ME THAT WAS JUST THE WAY IT'S BUILT. I SMELL SOMETHING FISHY BREWING WITH THE SUSPENSION AND VOLKSWAGEN CLAIM THAT IT'S A NORMAL NOISE IS BEYOND ME I'M DEBATING ON GOING FOR A LEMON LAW REFUND IF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2018-airbag-control-module-fault","label":"Airbag warning light and airbag control module failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":276,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726578","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan experienced a failure of the airbag control module caused by water intrusion through the HVAC access area and failed seam seal tape at the cowl support. The dealership confirmed that water leaked through a factory seam, accumulated at the airbag module","quote_2_odi":"11668706","quote_2_text":"Airbag fault light is illuminated. drivers side, Fault Code: B101715 - crash sensor for side airbag, drivers side open circuit to B+ Intermittent occurred on 5/19/2025 at 56000 mile. Data from vehicle Software Number; 5Q0959655AG Software Version: 0336 Hardware Number","quote_3_odi":"11257279","quote_3_text":"I AM HAVING SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH MY TIGUAN. THE PASSENGER SEAT DETECTION SENSOR IS VERY SENSITIVE. I CAN PLACE MY PHONE OR SOMETHING VERY LIGHT ON THE SEAT AND MY CAR AUTOMATICALLY STARTS TO CHIME AND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IS TURNED ON. THIS COULD BE A SAFETY HAZARD IN THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2018-steering-system-failure","label":"Power steering loss and steering column or rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":276,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11418588","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while reversing out of the driveway, the rack and pinion fractured while steering the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to the local dealer. The","quote_2_odi":"11253951","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND SUDDENLY MY CAR STARTED VEERING STRONGLY TO THE LEFT, HEADING ME DIRECTLY TOWARDS THE CONCRETE MEDIAN. I STRUGGLED WITH THE STEERING WHEEL TO CORRECT BACK TO MY LANE BUT ENDED UP MOVING 2 LANES OVER AND ALMOST INTO THE MEDIAN. I WAS ABLE TO","quote_3_odi":"11541991","quote_3_text":"Hi DMV, (NHTSA.gov), The steering light issue, Dealer currently do not have an ETA, the car is at the dealership still waiting for parts. Is unsafe to drive with this issues because the Steering got stuck. Thank you for the opportunity to share this problem. Sincerely [XXX]","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2021-instrument-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":326,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750747","quote_1_text":"The previous recall to fix the screen issue did not work. Both screens, the infotainment and instrument cluster, continue to randomly go blank and reboot. This removes the backup camera and speedometer for a period of time while driving","quote_2_odi":"11692070","quote_2_text":"I have been experiencing intermittent, now permanent, infotainment malfunctioning. At first, it would cut in and out, even while driving. The entire screen AND my speedometer would cut out","quote_3_odi":"11717148","quote_3_text":"Instrument panel went completely dark. Lost all information. Needed to pull the car over to the curb. Eventually the display reset and came back","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2021-door-handle-failure","label":"Door handle failure to open or unexpected opening","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":326,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732843","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at an undisclosed speed, the doors opened unexpectedly","quote_2_odi":"11710662","quote_2_text":"Driver's side door cannot be opened from outside. Exterior handle pulls but produces only clicking sounds inside the door—latch does not release. Interior handle requires multiple pulls to open the door","quote_3_odi":"11564060","quote_3_text":"the driver door open by itself during driving. It happened 3 times. It is not possible to lock the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2021-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Loss of propulsion and unexpected shutdown while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":326,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750851","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has unexpectedly lost propulsion and come to a complete stop while being driven on at least three separate occasions. When this occurs, the vehicle jolts, stops moving, and cannot be placed into Drive or Reverse","quote_2_odi":"11619672","quote_2_text":"The 12v battery powering the electrical system failed. This caused the vehicle to stop unexpectedly in the middle of a busy street worth traffic on either side of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11613514","quote_3_text":"When accelerating from stop the vehicle loses power. If the accelerator is depressed further the power does not return. However, when the accelerator is released then depressed again power returns","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2021-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Safety recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":326,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698571","quote_1_text":"I have open recalls on my vehicle, and Volkswagen is refusing to fix them. This includes the door handles and the battery. The battery recall has been open for a while, and NO dealership is fixing it for me","quote_2_odi":"11569253","quote_2_text":"Manufacturer and dealership in my area have been unable to schedule me for getting Safety Recall for High Voltage Battery Management Control Module Software (97ZZ) done to my vehicle. I have been in the waitlist for dealership to do this recall since May 2023","quote_3_odi":"11544700","quote_3_text":"My VW id4 2021 has been recalled for High Voltage battery issues. My local dealer, FLOW vw of Asheville NC cannot perform the work as they do not have a certified technician","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2021-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":326,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11531767","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: Alenza, Tire Size: 235/55/R19, DOT Number: 2761004ES. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the contact experienced a front driver’s side tire blowout","quote_2_odi":"11526866","quote_2_text":"I have purchased a set of Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra (P 235 / 55 R 19 105 W XL front, P 255 / 50 R 19 107 W XL back) in August 2022 for my 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S RWD EV. After only 12,000 miles, tire dry rot started showing up in June 2023 on all tires","quote_3_odi":"11665648","quote_3_text":"In Sept. 2024 we noticed that the edges of both front tires (Alenza 235/50 R20) had pieces coming off them so we arranged to have the tires replaced at the original dealer from which we had bought the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2021-low-speed-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":326,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737065","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen ID4. The contact stated that while the wife was parking and into a parking space, the brake pedal was released and the vehicle suddenly accelerated forward and crashed into a concrete barrier","quote_2_odi":"11657616","quote_2_text":"I was pulling into a parking space and slowly moving forward to get to the front of the space. The car spurted forward about 2 feet with force and crashed into a cement based light standard","quote_3_odi":"11541568","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel controls on our 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 are haptic. That means that if you brush them with your fingers or hand with light pressure, they can activate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-head-gasket-coolant-leak","label":"Head gasket coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703443","quote_1_text":"2022 Volkswagen Taos SE 1.5T (DNKA engine, <60,000 miles, <5 years old) developed internal coolant leak from cylinder head gasket","quote_2_odi":"11749254","quote_2_text":"While driving at highway speeds, the a low coolant caution light came on. We immediately pulled over before the engine overheated and added coolant and brought the vehicle in for repairs","quote_3_odi":"11636470","quote_3_text":"I own a 2022 VW Taos SE (Purchased New), it has been using up coolant, roughly every 2 months I needed to fill it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11623013","quote_1_text":"Rear brake pads worn out at 30,000 miles. Never had a car ever need rear brake pads replaced before even after 150,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11691208","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Volkswagen Taos is less than 4 years old, has 23,500 miles and I have had to replace the rear brake pads twice","quote_3_odi":"11668536","quote_3_text":"I own a 2022 Volkswagen Taos with about 45,000 miles. I have had to replace the rear brake pads and rotors THREE TIMES already within this mileage, which is extremely unusual","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-delayed-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Delayed acceleration and hesitation from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740065","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has intermittent hesitation/delayed acceleration from a stop and during low-speed stop-and-go driving","quote_2_odi":"11617020","quote_2_text":"I recently started experiencing a delay in acceleration after my car has stopped at a light or stop sign","quote_3_odi":"11555897","quote_3_text":"There is a serious acceleration problem. When trying to enter into traffic either turning left or right or going straight from stopped position, there is serious lag/hesitation to the vehicle accelerating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-infotainment-camera-blackout","label":"Infotainment display and backup camera blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716375","quote_1_text":"The rear camera blacks out on the dashboard. Sometimes when I start the dashboard, the thing is dark","quote_2_odi":"11614442","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the infotainment system screen display inadvertently turned black","quote_3_odi":"11598213","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the infotainment display screen appeared black and was inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-roof-panel-paint-peeling","label":"Roof and body panel paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11702085","quote_1_text":"Paint is peeling along panel edges and roof seams. A VW inspector confirmed original OEM paint","quote_2_odi":"11672217","quote_2_text":"2022 VW Taos with 28,500 miles. The paint on the roof of the vehicle is chipping and peeling","quote_3_odi":"11669100","quote_3_text":"About a month ago I saw paint flaking off from about the front windscreen where the sunroof meets the body about quarter sized","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-power-loss-stall-limp-mode","label":"Sudden power loss with EPC warning and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731009","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a safety-related failure involving a 2022 Volkswagen Taos (AWD) with approximately 48,000 miles. While operating the vehicle under normal driving conditions, the vehicle entered “transmission emergency mode” without warning","quote_2_odi":"11747765","quote_2_text":"The car stalled on the freeway and I was unable to accelerate. It was confirmed and being worked on by the dealer","quote_3_odi":"11731074","quote_3_text":"At approximately 60,000 miles—just outside the warranty period—the vehicle developed a serious transmission issue. While driving, I received a warning stating “Transmission in emergency mode” followed by a check engine light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-fuel-system-leak-sensor-failure","label":"Fuel system leaks and sensor failures","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682652","quote_1_text":"Filled my tank with gas. Got into the vehicle and started if and could almost immediately smell gas in cabin","quote_2_odi":"11672863","quote_2_text":"2022 VW Taos 2 instances of fuel level sensor failure. Fuel gauge reported 1/2 tank fuel level remaining when fuel tank was empty. In both instances the vehicle stalled without warning","quote_3_odi":"11622521","quote_3_text":"FUEL TANK SENOSOR HAS MALFUNCTIONED WITHIN 2 YEAR OF OWNING VEHICHLE. DEALER SAYS THE WHOLE FUEL TANK NEEDS TO BE CHANGED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-oil-consumption-cylinder-head","label":"Excessive oil consumption and cylinder head failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749468","quote_1_text":"Oil warning light was on while driving on a highway. My vehicle was losing engine oil. I just had an oil change recently. Current odometer is at 25000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11736182","quote_2_text":"2.0 liter engines suffer from excessive oil consumption due to defective piston rings which can lead to engine failure. This is a class action lawsuit in other states. We now need a new engine at the cost of $6,500","quote_3_odi":"11739902","quote_3_text":"2022 Volkswagen Tiguan SE, ~70,000 miles. The vehicle experienced a cylinder head failure in the EA888 2.0L TSI engine, causing the check-engine light to illuminate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-travel-assist-chime","label":"Travel Assist chime alerts and steering wheel replacement","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11576423","quote_1_text":"Travel assist warning alarm rings all the time. It has been inspected and the VW dealership said that I need a new steering wheel. Vehicle is available to be inspected at any time. The alarm is completely distracting while driving and that alone is a hazard","quote_2_odi":"11710785","quote_2_text":"An error, \"Travel Assist Not Working\" intermittently pops up and then disappears. This has been happening for several months. Sometimes many times per minute. In one instance, up to 10x in one minute. It is a safety issue as it has a loud ding every time it happens","quote_3_odi":"11692923","quote_3_text":"I was informed from the Volkswagen dealership of where I purchased the vehicle that there are malfunctions with the Lane Assist system and other driver assistance functions caused by a fault in the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-overhead-console-detachment","label":"Overhead console or headliner panel detachment","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753951","quote_1_text":"The overhead console suddenly dropped into the passenger compartment, making the vehicle dangerous to drive: the rear view mirror view was completely blocked and the now swinging console can hit the driver's face while driving","quote_2_odi":"11740334","quote_2_text":"2022 Tiguan overhead consule just fell down hanging by wires. No glasses compartment so not sure what would cause the stress on it due to usage. Dealer said 2020 models had issue and have an extended warranty. The 2022 does not have any recall","quote_3_odi":"11539523","quote_3_text":"Overhead console detached from the roof","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-spontaneous-glass-failure","label":"Spontaneous sunroof or windshield glass failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11667850","quote_1_text":"Rear sunroof glass spontaneously shattered while driving, no rock struck the glass","quote_2_odi":"11704806","quote_2_text":"Went to work, drove home, went to take my daughter to her friends and noticed my windshield on the passenger side was cracked big time. Just from sitting in my driveway","quote_3_odi":"11713327","quote_3_text":"The vehicle's sunroof glass failed catastrophically and shattered spontaneously without any external impact or contributing factor. The glass was not safety glass and shattered into sharp shards, dispersing throughout the vehicle interior, including the rear seating area","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-audio-system-loud-noise","label":"Speaker system sudden loud-noise malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11512158","quote_1_text":"While driving, the speakers suddenly started blaring a persistent noise at full volume. It nearly caused me to run the car off the road. I had to cover my ears while trying to find a place to safely pull the car off the road all while trying to plug my ears","quote_2_odi":"11519747","quote_2_text":"amplifier sent out cyclical (~.5sec) full-range MAX voltage to every speaker. Nothing like dam near heart attack","quote_3_odi":"11582578","quote_3_text":"This random, but highly dangerous issue has never been able to be replicated by dealers or myself, but it’s extremely dangerous when it occurs. Occasionally, the car’s speakers will emit a max voltage popping sound that repeats like the sound of a helicopter’s rotors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-cold-start-hesitation","label":"Cold-start acceleration hesitation and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747947","quote_1_text":"The vehicle intermittently fails to accelerate normally from a stop, especially in hot weather and when the A/C is running. When pressing the accelerator, the vehicle can hesitate for an extended period before moving","quote_2_odi":"11616327","quote_2_text":"These vehicles have a really bad throttle response when trying to accelerate from a stop making a turn into traffic. If you try to push the accelerator pedal to accelerate quickly there is a huge delay in the response which will almost cause you to get into an accident","quote_3_odi":"11536946","quote_3_text":"I am having a delay in acceleration on this car. Car hesitates badly. Feels like it just doesn’t want to go. And I have to be very careful when pulling out into traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-infotainment-backup-camera","label":"Infotainment screen freeze and backup camera failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743961","quote_1_text":"At around 60,000 miles my infotainment system started acting strange. The backup camera wouldn’t engage intermittently. After doing that for a couple months, it stopped working completely and is just a black screen","quote_2_odi":"11723211","quote_2_text":"The vehicle’s infotainment display intermittently freezes or shuts off while the vehicle is in operation. When this occurs, the rear-view backup camera display also fails or becomes unavailable. The malfunction happens randomly during normal driving conditions","quote_3_odi":"11742356","quote_3_text":"My backup camera stopped functioning not too long after the warranty was expired. It began by not coming on sometimes and then it went completely out. The entire unit is no longer functioning which prevents me from being able to use my backup camera and that is a safety issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11550199","quote_1_text":"Reported to the dealer 2 times that the car will slam on brakes for no reason while driving down the road or highway. Last time the car behind almost ran into me. Dealer says it's not a problem even though many other models have recalls","quote_2_odi":"11528472","quote_2_text":"While driving down our sloped driveway with nothing in front of us, the automatic braking kicked in and brought our car to a very sudden halt without warning. The passenger was wearing a seatbelt and got thrown forward, causing soreness and mild injury to his shoulders","quote_3_odi":"11683773","quote_3_text":"The car was in the cruise control with auto mode and it just veered to the left from a car in front and crashed into the median and totaled the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2024-infotainment-camera-failure","label":"Infotainment system freeze and backup camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726276","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a recurring safety-related malfunction involving the backup camera, proximity sensors, and infotainment system on my 2024 Volkswagen GTI","quote_2_odi":"11714362","quote_2_text":"I believe the malfunction exists within the car's electronic system. The vehicle could potentially be up for inspection","quote_3_odi":"11616973","quote_3_text":"Backup camera blacked out or pixelated when transmission is put in reverse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2024-hill-start-assist-stall","label":"Hill Start Assist brake delay causing stall","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730910","quote_1_text":"The \"Hill Start Assist\" function does not behave as-stated in the owner's manual and I believe the way it's implemented is a potential safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11669875","quote_2_text":"Manual transmission car. Hill hold brake assist feature is dangerous and can be fixed with software update. This is truly dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11607453","quote_3_text":"The \"Hill Hold\" feature on this 2024 GTI/Manual Transmission vehicle is dangerous and does not release when it is supposed to. It is extremely aggressive in the amount that it is holding","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2024-travel-assist-warning-lights","label":"Travel Assist warning light flashing and beeping","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701974","quote_1_text":"Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time","quote_2_odi":"11642670","quote_2_text":"Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2024-door-handle-lock-recall","label":"Door handle recall failure with unintended unlocking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11629712","quote_1_text":"Lack of recall remedy for an issue that can cause the door to spontaneously open (I'm paraphrasing) while driving. This is due to a faulty door handle that allows water in, which can short the circuit board, causing the door to open on its own","quote_2_odi":"11618366","quote_2_text":"Volkswagon is being irresponsible with their response to resolving the door issue on my vehicle. The door has opened twice while driving as clearly related to an electrical issue. This is a very dangerous scenario as I cannot predict which door opens at which time","quote_3_odi":"11616118","quote_3_text":"Doors unlocking randomly back seat occupants cannot open the door when the car is unlocked and parked. They put a stop sale on all cars in the making because it’s deemed unsafe to sale but a car that is less than 2 months old is deemed safe and won’t buy back","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2024-infotainment-display-freeze","label":"Infotainment and instrument cluster freeze or blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703601","quote_1_text":"I purchased this 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 as a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle, and the electrical issues began almost immediately after taking ownership. While driving, the main infotainment display will suddenly reset, freeze, or go completely blank","quote_2_odi":"11698747","quote_2_text":"While driving, infotainment locked and rebooted multiple times, until eventually the whole car rebooted while driving. Lost all visibility of speedometer and everything on heads up display. for 1-2 minutes","quote_3_odi":"11703178","quote_3_text":"My screen frozed while I was driving to the point that I was not able to know how fast I was driving. My backup camera also did not displayed on the screen. I sent videos to [XXX]. The tire pressure stated that tire has a normal pressure but I had a flat tire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2024-hv-battery-charging-fault","label":"High-voltage battery and charging system fault","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729298","quote_1_text":"I am reporting an unresolved safety recall (NHTSA 26V030, Volkswagen recall 93EA) involving a high-voltage battery defect with potential risk of fire. My vehicle (VIN: [XXX] ) was purchased in the United States but is currently located in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic","quote_2_odi":"11720184","quote_2_text":"VW recall on ID 4 for battery range dropping under the listed battery range. Know recall on battery without any solution. Local VW dealership in Thousand Oaks, CA without any solution. Driving 45 miles with 100% charged battery will drop the battery by 60+ miles","quote_3_odi":"11710299","quote_3_text":"I own one of 311 vehicles specifically identified in this recall regarding \"misaligned electrodes\" and \"shifted cathodes\" in the high-voltage battery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2024-nav-linked-phantom-braking","label":"Navigation-linked phantom braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11672066","quote_1_text":"The car's position as shown on the navigation screen and as determined by the car's internal GPS was off by several hundred miles. While driving on the highway using adaptive cruise control, the car would frequently decelerate rapidly from 60+ mph to 30 or less","quote_2_odi":"11668354","quote_2_text":"ID.4 2024 Pro AWD (Canada) Cannot connect to CARNET (Since June 16 2024, for past 5 days), vehicle breaks suddenly on highway. Dash displays approaching intersection but there's no intersection. Traumatizing experience","quote_3_odi":"11687367","quote_3_text":"GPS/navigation cannot determine position. ACC/driver-assist features are sometimes disabled, but then reactivate with no warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2024-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11680647","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated upon pulling to a parking space and depressing the brake pedal, the brake Auto Brake Hold system engaged; however, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly, and the front end of the vehicle crashed into the side of one","quote_2_odi":"11706295","quote_2_text":"I was parking , I had my foot on the brake. I was at the parking curb stopped and my vehicle fully ecellerated , full speed crashing me into the building infront of me. the vehicle would not turn off even after exiting","quote_3_odi":"11657958","quote_3_text":"I am filing this formal complaint with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding a critical safety failure involving my 2024 Volkswagen ID.4","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2024-brake-pedal-loss-of-stopping","label":"Brake pedal failure with reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748156","quote_1_text":"While attempting to park in my driveway, the vehicle experienced a complete loss of braking. The brake pedal did not stop the vehicle, and pressing the electronic parking brake switch had no effect. The vehicle continued forward and crashed through my closed garage door","quote_2_odi":"11660621","quote_2_text":"The contact leased a 2024 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard, and there was a loss of pressure on the brake pedal. The contact stated that the vehicle continued to roll but eventually came to a stop","quote_3_odi":"11626675","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to slow the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to slow immediately","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2024-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748727","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof glass spontaneously shattered and exploded, showering the inside of myself and my car with glass fragments. There was no leading vehicle, overpass, or evidence of road debris or rock failure","quote_2_odi":"11706244","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was parked in my driveway. My wife and I were about 10 feet from it working on another vehicle when we heard a loud pop. We looked over at the vehicle and the sunroof has exploded. It was bubbled upward and completely shattered","quote_3_odi":"11590932","quote_3_text":"Within minutes with the car still in park. The glass exploded and shattered. Big pop sound almost like a gun shot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2024-engine-misfire-cold-start","label":"Multi-cylinder misfire on cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11610776","quote_1_text":"I keep getting a cylinder 1 and 4 misfire on a 6MT on cold start. I previously had another 2024 jetta gli and it had the same exact problem as this one. the dealer confirmed the problem and bought the car back and now it is happening on the new car","quote_2_odi":"11609927","quote_2_text":"I have gotten a multiple cylinder misfire since 800 miles and VW dealerships haven't been able to figure out why at first they said bad fuel then bad plugs and they have tried to treat both and it has not been fixed they will clear the light and it comes back almost immediately","quote_3_odi":"11657580","quote_3_text":"my Volkswagen Jetta GLI 40th anniversary 6MT, has had multiple misfire check engine lights appear on dash since owning the car, multiple times has the car been to the dealership and multiple times they blamed me as the operator for the issue, i was told it was bad gas","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2024-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Rear brake pad and rotor premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744699","quote_1_text":"My 2024 Volkswagen Jetta has about 14,429 miles, driven almost entirely on the highway between two Texas cities, with little city traffic and no mountain driving. The rear brakes are wearing out far faster than normal","quote_2_odi":"11635029","quote_2_text":"My 2024 Jetta with only 14,776 miles had rear brakes and rotors that were unsafe and worn out. They had to be replaced to avoid the possibility of brake failure and an accident. I paid $453.34 out of pocket","quote_3_odi":"11741183","quote_3_text":"The rear service brake assembly—specifically the rear brake pads and rotors—suffered premature wear and catastrophic structural failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2024-control-module-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Transmission/engine control module fault causing stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753139","quote_1_text":"MIL light came on in November 2025, OBD-II diagnostic trouble code P0613 - TCM processor fault. Volkswagen has had a nationwide backorder on the replacement (part no. 09H-927-158) for MONTHS. Last week, my car randomly went into Park while attempting to pull into my garage","quote_2_odi":"11737692","quote_2_text":"Transmission control module light comes on and the light states safely pull car over and put in park. It’s tried to been fixed multiple times, they are waiting on a software update","quote_3_odi":"11754339","quote_3_text":"My car stopped accelerating while I was driving on the freeway on 7/18/2026 which was a huge safety issue resulting in my car needing to be towed to the dealership because it was not drivable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2024-hill-assist-not-disengaging","label":"Hill Start Assist failing to disengage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11621453","quote_1_text":"The Hill Start Assist is overly aggressive in these cars. It doesn't release for 3 seconds after foot brake is not applied. Once it stalls the car and your panicked. Then you apply foot brake to restart the car you get to wait another 3 seconds or you stall again","quote_2_odi":"11686138","quote_2_text":"I just got this 2024 Jetta Sport 6 speed manual and tried getting up the drive that's slightly inclined and the brake assist would not disengage or the fuel was cut after it didn't progress then dies","quote_3_odi":"11705279","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH up an incline, the hill assist system engaged. The contact stated that while descending the incline, the hill assist was still engaged","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-rear-brake-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662579","quote_1_text":"I’m reporting a serious issue with the rear brakes on my 2024 Volkswagen Taos SEL. At the 30,000-mile service, Tom Bush Volkswagen in Jacksonville, FL documented the rear brake pads at 7mm. At 40,000 miles, they measured 1mm, while the front brake pads—still original—remain at…","quote_2_odi":"11742620","quote_2_text":"I own a 2024 Volkswagen Taos with 20,600 miles. At my scheduled 20,000-mile service on June 6, 2026, the dealership measured my rear driver side brake pad at 3mm while my front pads measured 10mm","quote_3_odi":"11705245","quote_3_text":"At my recent 20'000 mile service, I was informed that my rear brakes and rotors failed. We purchased the car in Jan 2025 with about 10,000 miles on it. The rear brakes and rotors failed with the car having 18574 miles at time of service","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-electrical-infotainment-glitches","label":"Infotainment and electrical system glitches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11666913","quote_1_text":"Driving on several occasions and the adaptive cruise control has completely stopped working while driving at highway speeds on numerous occasions. A dealership replaced the cruise control system. There are serious electrical problems with this car","quote_2_odi":"11596999","quote_2_text":"VW CarNet module 75 emergency call module and communication unit is \"faulty needs replaced\". DTC is B20004B and DTC B14D796 \"internal malfunction of the module. Needs replaced.\"","quote_3_odi":"11735382","quote_3_text":"The odometer does not read correctly upon fill up. Typically the fill up states I have 325 miles per tank but I can drive about 100 miles and it still reads 325 miles until empty, after which time the odometer drops extremely fast and isn't consistent with miles driven","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-speedometer-tire-recalibration","label":"Speedometer misreads after tire size change","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11613255","quote_1_text":"Volkswagen increased the tire diameter of the Taos S 4motion and Taos SE 4motion for 2024 and either did not recalibrate the speedometer or made an error when doing so. Some variants of the VW Atlas might have a similar issue (two reports so far)","quote_2_odi":"11723631","quote_2_text":"The speedometer is off 3%. When the speedometer indicates 65mph The vehicle is actually traveling at 68mph. At 55mph Indicated the vehicle is actually traveling at 57mph. The faster you go the more off the speedometer is. This was verified using GPS on two separate smart phones","quote_3_odi":"11654576","quote_3_text":"The speedometer inside the vehicle is off by 4-5 mph at speeds higher than 55 mph. I have timed several miles with my cruise set at 60mph, at 65 mph, and at 70 mph. All miles were off by 4-5mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-wiper-spontaneous-activation","label":"Windshield wipers activate without rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719867","quote_1_text":"The windshield wipers regularly come on automatically when it is not raining, sometimes at a very rapid speed. I have unselected in the settings the option for them to come on automatically but the problem still persists","quote_2_odi":"11683983","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the windshield wipers activated independently. The contact was unable to turn off the windshield wipers; however, they would turn off independently","quote_3_odi":"11707331","quote_3_text":"THE WINDSSHIELD WIPER BLADES HAVE A NOISE AS SOON I PURCHSED, TREE MONTH OF USED THE CARD. I WENT TO THE PURCHASED OFFICE TO CHANGE DE BLADES BUT THEY SAID THAT NO HAVE WARRANTY. THE OTHERS TAO THAT I HAVED HAVE THE SAME PROBLEMS. WHAT I CANT DO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-acceleration-response","label":"Delayed or unresponsive acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11618730","quote_1_text":"The car was purchased new and now has 1,600 miles. On nine different occasions the car has stopped moving (but has not stalled) when trying to accelerate. In two of those instances (accelerating from a red light and entering a roundabout) I nearly had an accident","quote_2_odi":"11676369","quote_2_text":"The car has an issue with acceleration, when you stop or driving if you hit the gas pedal the car wont accelerate instantly it has a delay and it super dangerous when crossing through a 2 lane road, we have taken the car 3 times at VW","quote_3_odi":"11588198","quote_3_text":"I was at a light with the car on and in drive. The light turned green and I pressed on the gas and the vehicle was unresponsive. I confirmed that the vehicle was turned on and actively in drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734257","quote_1_text":"The vehicle suffered a recurring mechanical failure of the fuel injectors and a flooded EVAP charcoal canister, causing the engine to run lean (Fault P2177) and lose power. This defect creates an unreasonable safety risk as it can cause the engine to stall or lose motive power…","quote_2_odi":"11660520","quote_2_text":"I have brough my vehicle into the dealership on 3 separate occasions, all of which were the same safety issue - the engine would stall while accelerating and would shut off","quote_3_odi":"11664586","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated that while attempting to drive from a complete stop and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that there was a message regarding the engine and another unknown message…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-spontaneous-glass-failure","label":"Spontaneous window and sunroof glass failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716121","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 - 60 MPH, the rear driver's side window exploded, causing pieces of glass to land on the contact's child, seated inside the vehicle. There were no injuries sustained","quote_2_odi":"11692454","quote_2_text":"While my vehicle was completely stopped at a red light, I suddenly heard a very loud explosive sound from the rear of my car. Upon inspection, I saw that my back windshield had completely shattered","quote_3_odi":"11630543","quote_3_text":"Was sitting at a stop light, heard a loud pop , and the panaramic sunroof exploded, shattered into pieces on to me and in the auto. 2024 VW Taos","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2025-infotainment-sensor-dropout","label":"Infotainment display and driver-assist sensor dropout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694062","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the infotainment display unit was inoperable. During the failure, the back over prevention camera display was inoperable along with the front and rear window defrosters, and blind spot","quote_2_odi":"11721547","quote_2_text":"In December all of the cameras and front assist sensors stopped working. When I called to get into a Volkswagen dealer they first told me to get a car wash and that should solve it","quote_3_odi":"11668499","quote_3_text":"When driving on a road with lane markings after the vehicle has been sitting in direct sunlight for about an hour the Lane Keep Assist system will fail due to over temperature warning in the windshield camera module","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2025-windshield-cold-weather-crack","label":"Windshield cracking in cold weather without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713509","quote_1_text":"The windshield has a cracking and/or popping sound in cold temperatures. The car was 2 weeks old with less than 1709 miles on it in 12/2025","quote_2_odi":"11708913","quote_2_text":"This morning I noticed a five inch crack in my windshield. I have not hit anything or had road debris come up and hit the windshield. I live in Spokane WA where there is a lot of freeze and thaw","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2025-loss-of-drive-transmission","label":"Unexpected shift to neutral and loss of drive engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755559","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2025 Volkswagen Atlas the vehicle unexpectedly shifted itself into neutral without any action from the driver. I was driving with my daughter when this occurred","quote_2_odi":"11751984","quote_2_text":"Our 2025 VW Altas had several engine lights come on at the same time after parking and would not shift out of neutral. Towed to the nearest VW for service and they stated it needed a transmission replacement. This vehicle had less than 16k miles","quote_3_odi":"11721428","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated that while driving in bumper-to-bumper traffic, the vehicle stalled. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated, and the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2025-phantom-automatic-braking","label":"Automatic braking activation without a detected obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734697","quote_1_text":"Unknown cause and effect. Driving 25-30 MPH per the stated speed limit when suddenly the car braked, going from the estimated speed to 0 in the middle of the road nearly causing a rear end collision","quote_2_odi":"11693899","quote_2_text":"The car is in cruise control on the freeway, going 70-80mph and suddenly decelerates/brakes slam on, to slow down. The front collision will come on and the car will come to almost a complete stop when there is absolutely NOTHING in front of me","quote_3_odi":"11688942","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the brakes independently engaged. The contact was unable to disengage the brakes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695134","quote_1_text":"The vehicle launched forward while parking going thru a CMU wall, causing considerable damage to the structure and the car itself","quote_2_odi":"11684400","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 5-10 MPH, attempting to park, the vehicle suddenly and rapidly accelerated on its own","quote_3_odi":"11753066","quote_3_text":"On 6/29/2026, While engaging the brakes on my leased ID.4, I was slowing down approaching another car, and suddenly the vehicle surged forward with full acceleration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2025-infotainment-reboot","label":"Infotainment display reboots and blackouts while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704959","quote_1_text":"Since purchase, the vehicle has experienced at least eight 8 separate failures of the infotainment / central display system, which controls essential vehicle functions including climate control, audio, vehicle settings, and camera systems","quote_2_odi":"11698722","quote_2_text":"While driving, the infotainment and central control display on our 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 repeatedly crash without warning","quote_3_odi":"11715104","quote_3_text":"While driving, the center infotainment display repeatedly goes completely black and reboots without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2025-heated-windshield-fire","label":"Heated windshield cracking, smoking, and fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729245","quote_1_text":"For the second time, the car began burning and smoking from the windshield, melting parts of the car near the windshield wipers and the glass itself, and filling the car's cabin with smoke","quote_2_odi":"11714684","quote_2_text":"I turned on the defroster for the front windshield for the first time on this new vehicle. I had it on for a few minutes to defrost ice from the windshield. Immediately after turning it off, I heard a loud cracking noise","quote_3_odi":"11731993","quote_3_text":"On April 1st I had my windshield replaced due to a crack in the upper central portion of the windshield. When the glass place took the windshield off my car they found a burnt section in the headliner","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2025-transmission-whine","label":"Transmission whine between 1000-2000 RPM","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742974","quote_1_text":"There is a noticable whine from the transmission or torque converted between 1000-2000 RPM that does not vary with speed and noticable when lightky pressing gas pedal on 8th geer","quote_2_odi":"11726131","quote_2_text":"The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta SE transmission making whining and whistling noise from 1000 to 2000 rpm when on light load or coasting","quote_3_odi":"11724859","quote_3_text":"2025 Volkswagen Jetta SE with 12,000. Developed transmission whine from 1200-2000 RPM. During low speed acceleration and when engine is under slight load. It is whining sound coming from transmission","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2025-recall-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster blackout under recall 26V185","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736290","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the infotainment screen was darkened and inoperative","quote_2_odi":"11729887","quote_2_text":"My 2025 Volkswagen Jetta is subject to Safety Recall 26V185 (90Z5). The vehicle's instrument cluster fails to display speed, RPM, and safety warnings upon startup, creating a severe safety hazard","quote_3_odi":"11729976","quote_3_text":"PROLONGED RECALL BELOW 4 CARS BEEN IN RECALL SINCE LATE FEBURARY. NEED FIX ASAP!!!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2025-unintended-accel-park-to-drive","label":"Unintended acceleration shifting from park to drive","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723060","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a safety concern involving unintended acceleration in a 2025 Volkswagen Jetta SE (VIN [XXX] ) Te vehicle has experienced two separate incidents in which it surged forward unexpectedly when shifting from park to drive while my foot depressed the brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"11707114","quote_2_text":"Two safety defect incidents involving unintended acceleration. This defect has resulted in two loss of control incidents causing property damage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2025-throttle-response-delay","label":"Delayed or irregular power delivery on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753749","quote_1_text":"2025 Jetta Sport completely loses acceleration on straightaways and during turns, creating an intersection collision hazard","quote_2_odi":"11737393","quote_2_text":"When I push the gas pedal the car does nothing for seconds. I was trying to do a u turn and pushed the gas to go and nothing for to long and almost got hit","quote_3_odi":"11734462","quote_3_text":"I was going down the highway and enable cruise control, the car fell like RPM dropped then suddenly jolted back","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2025-fcw-system-fault","label":"Forward collision avoidance system faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11670016","quote_1_text":"After only 312 miles new and only driven vehicle for 5 days. I received a warning about my forward collision warning system was a problem","quote_2_odi":"11644943","quote_2_text":"The car has a manual transmission. In all other vehicles I have driven with cruise control, when the clutch is depressed, the cruise completely disengages, same as a brake","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2025-sunroof-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof/moonroof shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742427","quote_1_text":"Moonroof spontaneously exploded while driving; shards of glass fell all over me (head, face, arms, back, legs), and throughout the vehicle. Nothing hit my vehicle, no road debris","quote_2_odi":"11742446","quote_2_text":"The moonroof exploded, shattered glass, shards, and glass dust fell all over me (head, face, arms, chest, back, legs) and throughout my car. There was no road debris, nor did anything hit my vehicle to cause the moonroof to shatter","quote_3_odi":"11712038","quote_3_text":"Spontaneous Panoramic Sunroof Shattering on 2025 VW Tiguan","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2025-aeb-unintended-braking","label":"Unintended automatic braking and Park engagement","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725964","quote_1_text":"The vehicle then suddenly applied the brakes on its own without any obstacle or hazard present. The brakes locked up, and the vehicle would not move. At the same time, the vehicle began honking and exhibited abnormal alarm/locking behavior","quote_2_odi":"11713645","quote_2_text":"Since shortly after purchase, the vehicle has exhibited a recurring safety defect where the electronic parking brake engages without driver input and the vehicle shifts itself into Park. This happens suddenly and without warning","quote_3_odi":"11686988","quote_3_text":"The automatic emergency braking feature comes on when it shouldn’t; but it instead, throws me into park and puts on the emergency brake. The date 6/28/25 is just the first time it happened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2025-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753402","quote_1_text":"Dash light came. I took VW to Dothan ,Al Dealer and service stated it was fuel sensor faulty and had to order one. Meanwhile I was driving 70 mph in heavy traffic and vehicle lost power having barely avoided sccident","quote_2_odi":"11720470","quote_2_text":"While driving at road speed, the vehicle unexpectedly shifted itself into Neutral (N) without driver input. The engine continued running, but the vehicle lost drive power","quote_3_odi":"11707077","quote_3_text":"Engine stumbles repeatedly, stutters and dies. No warning lamps. Car inspected twice by manufacture but no solution found. Continues to show same characteristics. Have to pull off the road to avoid danger to self and other autos","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2025-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736961","quote_1_text":"In mid-March 2026, the airbag error light came on in my vehicle. I took the car into the dealership I leased it from for service. They were ale to replicate the issue and discovered \"a fault for passenger seat belt tensioner igniter\"","quote_2_odi":"11721732","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V854000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11716217","quote_3_text":"Hello, I have a VW Tiguan 2025 lease since June2025. i just received a Safety Recall letter from VW on February 2026 advising that because of a potential airbag defect I should not have anyone seating in the passenger seat of my car until further notice","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2026,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2026-sos-button-malfunction","label":"SOS emergency call button malfunction","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735669","quote_1_text":"Vehicle purchase on 3/18/2026 with 17 miles. At 30 miles the SOS button started flashing red, then green, then red then no light at all. I called dealership and was made to think it was no big deal and that a dealership has to reset","quote_2_odi":"11727588","quote_2_text":"Red light flashing above SOS button constantly. Apparently means malfunction in emergency call system. Fixed once day after purchase. Now flashing again. Dealer today said they don’t know how to fix it and Volkswagon are not helping","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2026,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2026-turbo-limp-mode","label":"Turbo failure and engine limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716095","quote_1_text":"Turbocharger failed. This new car was one week old and had approximately one hundred miles on it. There are numerous reports of this condition online. The car can no longer be driven and the part is on national backorder","quote_2_odi":"11732617","quote_2_text":"2026 Tiguan SEL Turbo R-Line goes into limp mode. Volkswagen originally diagnosed this as a software issue. A software fix was finally released (after two months of waiting) but the 'fix' does not solve the problem","quote_3_odi":"11703255","quote_3_text":"Brand-new 2026 VW Tiguan experienced sudden violent shaking, loss of power, and multiple warning lights within 24 hours of purchase. Dealer confirmed cylinder 1 misfire but could not identify root cause. VW insists vehicle is safe to operate despite no explanation for failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2026,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2026-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745704","quote_1_text":"I was driving in 4 lane town traffic going under 10 MPH and the hazard lights came on by themselves, and the car died. Propulsion stopped. Fortunately I was able to pull onto a striped median","quote_2_odi":"11743980","quote_2_text":"When driving, the vehicle self shifted into neutral and was unresponsive. All of the dash warning lights came on and I was not able to apply throttle or shift the car into drive. I had to coast in neutral to the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11748363","quote_3_text":"1. **Engine Stall During Low-Speed Turn**: While turning at 2 MPH, the engine shut off without warning, losing power steering and brakes, and displaying a message to \"manually restart the engine.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2026,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2026-self-park-engagement","label":"Unintended braking and self-shift to Park","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755640","quote_1_text":"Automated emergency braking triggering unsafely! Two separate occasions: 1) As I was driving about 40 MPH on a 4 lane street in Wyomissing, PA, the car slammed on the brakes. In the median to the left of the car ahead about 20-30 ft was a \"your car is going XX MPH\" sign","quote_2_odi":"11752706","quote_2_text":"While reversing into a parking spot, the vehicle stopped unexpectedly with no obstruction present. Driver held the brake and shifted to Drive; the vehicle stopped again, then shifted itself into Park and engaged the electronic parking brake without driver input","quote_3_odi":"11748700","quote_3_text":"I am experiencing a serious safety issue with my 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan. While the vehicle is in motion—either moving forward or in reverse—it will unexpectedly shift itself into PARK and engage the electronic parking brake","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and low oil warnings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-07-04 → 2026-08-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11673982","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing a high oil consumption rate on my 2023 VW Tiguan. VW claims that the rate of consumption is within the 1 Quart every 1200 miles limit, but 3500 miles after an oil change, the check engine oil light came on and I had to add oil. 2000 miles later, it came on again…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Acceleration hesitation and delay from a stop","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-07-09 → 2025-06-14","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11531195","quote_1_text":"Delay and wildly inconsistent acceleration from a stop. This is most noticeable within the first 10 minutes of driving and is much worse when cold. Often, when accelerating from a stop, the vehicle does not move for several seconds; when the car does begin to move the acceleration is erratic…","quote_2_odi":"11532027","quote_2_text":"The vehicle stutters or hesitates when accelerating from a stop. This is even more prevalent when the car has first been started. This is a major safety issue as when my family is pulling out into traffic the car just lurches forward initially before then finally just taking off.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic Emergency Braking false activations","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-04-21 → 2026-08-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11589565","quote_1_text":"The Automatic Emergency Braking, also called Front Assist, activates for no reason. No cars or elements in front of the vehicle. I'm trying not to use cruise control for fear that the Automatic Emergency Braking system might fail and cause an accident.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-instrument-cluster-failure","label":"Instrument cluster blackout and display loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02-10 → 2026-01-30","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714478","quote_1_text":"Within 2 minutes into my drive, accelerating from stopped to merging onto a road moving up to about 50mph, the instrument cluster behind the steering wheel (speedometer, fuel gauge, etc) completely turned off and went black for 20 seconds before turning back on.","quote_2_odi":"11506677","quote_2_text":"On 2/8/2023 When starting my vehicle my digital instrument cluster did not display anything. (No Speedometer, tachometer, etc) While the cluster is not working, the Red \"Level 1 Warning\" light is displayed which tells you not to drive the vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera intermittent failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07-01 → 2025-11-30","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11664011","quote_1_text":"The rearview camera system on my 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan failed and has not worked reliably since shortly after lease. The camera intermittently displays a black screen or fails to activate when the vehicle is placed in reverse. This issue has persisted despite normal vehicle use.","quote_2_odi":"11693702","quote_2_text":"Back up camera malfunction. Most of the time does not work. Gives message on screen","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-engine-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine unexpected shutdown while stopped","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04-21 → 2026-07-16","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11584285","quote_1_text":"When I am stopped at a stoplight, stop sign or in traffic, often the vehicle will completely shut off and die. The dash displays a message that says must \"manually restart\". So then you have to put the car in park and press the engine start button again.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-oil-separator-pcv-leak","label":"Oil separator, PCV valve, and timing cover leaks","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV), ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12-26 → 2026-06-01","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11632475","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 35-40 MPH, the engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was leaking oil. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the oil separator, PCV Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, and gasket needed to be replaced.","quote_2_odi":"11739405","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway in my 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan (approximately 70,068 miles), the EPC warning light and oil warning light illuminated and the vehicle began to stall/lose power. I exited the highway immediately and shut the vehicle down safely. A substantial amount of engine oil leaked…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-head-gasket-coolant-leak","label":"Engine head gasket coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11560282","quote_1_text":"the service advisor and mechanic come over to me and said \"we are not allowing you to leave in your car today\". I asked why and they said the head gasket is gone and the engine needs to be taken apart. They said corporate requires pictures of this because it is a known problem…","quote_2_odi":"11721159","quote_2_text":"I took the vehicle in to the VW dealership for service on 06/30/25 and they found that the head gasket had failed after only 26500 miles.  A failed head gasket could lead to engine failure during operation which would create a significant safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11734447","quote_3_text":"This vehicle has a known design flaw which causes the cylinder gasket to leak and require replacement. VW has only issued a Technical Service Notice which was no provided to owners regarding the part that needed replacement. They are correcting the problem with a differently…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Rear brake pad and rotor premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745599","quote_1_text":"The brakes have prematurely worn to 1mm at 20,000 miles. Volkswagen is aware and has issued a TSB regarding the premature wear, however they failed to notify us during the first 2 service appointments that the wear on the brakes were due to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11748314","quote_2_text":"The rear brake pads and rotors have required replacement approximately every 20,000 miles, which appears abnormal given that the front brake pads have never required replacement and are still measuring approximately 8 mm. The rear brakes have worn prematurely and unevenly…","quote_3_odi":"11591827","quote_3_text":"I purchased this car new less than 18 months ago and have been problems with it ever since. Brakes wear down prematurely and cause metal contact to rotors that causes bad screeching, stutters and affects my braking distance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-acceleration-lag-surge","label":"Acceleration lag and sudden surge from stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11551257","quote_1_text":"The throttle response from a stop in the Taos is not immediate. Sometimes it will take 2 seconds to react to throttle input. There have been times where you accelerate and it will go extremely slow ans then a sudden burst of acceleration. This can be extremely dangerous when…","quote_2_odi":"11541108","quote_2_text":"I am experiencing sudden burst of acceleration when I’m gently accelerating. I have had several near misses of having an accident. I have read several other reports of the same problem on online forums. What is Volkswagen going to do about this?","quote_3_odi":"11596248","quote_3_text":"Whenever I attempt to make a normal right or left turn, my car hesitates for approximately three seconds before abruptly accelerating into the intended lane. This delay leaves me temporarily stuck in the middle of the opposite lane, creating a hazardous situation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall and shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11641191","quote_1_text":"3 times in the past year including today, the car has completely turned off while in drive at a red light or stop sign. It is not the auto start/stop, it simply completely shuts off the car and when I take my foot off the break the car says “shift gear into park and manually…","quote_2_odi":"11703266","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has shut off completely while driving three times, each time with multiple warning lights. Incident 1 – [XXX]: Engine shut off while driving. The dealership told me it was “safe to drive in” and claimed to repair it…","quote_3_odi":"11685514","quote_3_text":"2023 Taos SE shuts off completely at red lights/when I’m stopped more than 60 seconds. It prompts me to shift into park, put the key to steering column and restart, then shift back into drive and go. Dealer scanned it on two separate occasions and has no explanation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and reset","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11625350","quote_1_text":"I have brought the Taos back to Volkswagen dealership repeatedly for failure of the infotainment screen this screen displays the back up camera when the car is put into reverse  The dates :12/14/23 , 2/21/24 , 8/27/24 ,9/5/24 , 10/23/24 , 11/13/24","quote_2_odi":"11631595","quote_2_text":"the infotainment system goes black while driving multiple times per week. There have been multiple times that it goes black and resets while I am backing out. This is extremely frustrating and unsafe if I am relying on gps maps to get to my destination","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-airbag-sensor-non-deployment","label":"Airbag sensor fault and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738648","quote_1_text":"Air bags did not deploy after a direct driver side hit, and I was injured because of the accident.  Car was declared a total loss by the insurance.  The car is being held by State Farm if…","quote_2_odi":"11745367","quote_2_text":"Only when lighter weight adults are in the front seat - if they move around at all the airbag sensor goes off. Meaning the airbags won’t deploy if we get into an accident. Seems like a major flaw!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-evap-fuel-system-faults","label":"EVAP system faults and check engine light","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749355","quote_1_text":"In June 2026, I had to bring due to the engine light being on. They found out EVAP fuel leak detection pump being faulty.  And less than 1 month later (July 2026), once again the engine light came on.  This time apparently EVAP canister is the problem and needs to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11663870","quote_2_text":"Check engine light keeps turning on and on - code P2421 EVAP canister stuck open despite all the expensive repairs at the dealership","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-head-gasket-coolant-loss","label":"Head gasket coolant loss and seepage","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-09-06 → 2026-07-20","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751628","quote_1_text":"Opened hood and car was completely out of coolant.  Took to Royal Automotive, Vestavia Hills, AL on Wednesday XXX to be fixed.  Dealer assessment was “PERFORMED COOLING SYSTEM LEAK TEST.  THE VEHICLE PASSED TEST.  CHECK FOR VISUAL LEAKS.  FOUND NO LEAKS, BUT FOUND SEEPAGE AT THE…","quote_2_odi":"11659290","quote_2_text":"Out of nowhere, my engine overheated and I lost my coolant. Upon pulling over, I observed no trail of coolant and nothing leaking under my vehicle. I refilled the coolant and made it home. The next morning, my coolant tank was empty again. I took it to my local VW dealership and…","quote_3_odi":"11683124","quote_3_text":"My 2023 vehicle has needed coolant topped off every 5-10K miles.  This appears to be a very common occurrence for several owners however dealerships are just telling folks to top off as it's due to evaporation (it's a closed system and shouldn't evaporate)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Rear brake pad and rotor premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS , SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-12-11 → 2026-05-14","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737730","quote_1_text":"At only 24,000 miles, the rear brakes are already showing significant wear. When checked by the dealer, they were 2mm, while the front brakes were 12mm. The service representatives at the dealership have said this is a known problem with this model year, and they have already…","quote_2_odi":"11571933","quote_2_text":"I have 20,000 on my 2023 Jetta and have had to have the breaks and rotors replaced twice (at both by 10K and 20K service) at the last service the service technician stated that they are seeing this on both the 2023 Jetta and Taos and they have not figured out why they are going…","quote_3_odi":"11655966","quote_3_text":"The rear brake calipers are not fully opening, causing the pads to drag on the rotors. The dealership has replaced the pads per instructions from VW Engineering; however, per the dealership, they state that it's a software problem causing the calipers to drag against the rotors…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-sos-module-failure","label":"Emergency SOS module repeated failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-10-27 → 2026-05-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11675004","quote_1_text":"The SOS Module has failed three times over 24 months of ownership.  Each time, the dealer replaced the module and the faults comes back.  This failure means I cannot contact VW for help in case of accident or breakdown. Part number: SWA-035-283-D","quote_2_odi":"11731172","quote_2_text":"The control unit for the Emergency SOS button and car microphone has failed and needed replacement multiple times in my car. My Volkswagen dealership has replaced the unit several times, and each time it fails after replacement. My safety is put at risk because I am unable to…","quote_3_odi":"11552197","quote_3_text":"After parking the car one day the remote app functions stopped working.  The next morning, a scary warning came on the dash stating: SOS Error: Emergency Call Function! Service Vehicle!  It also blocks off many functional areas of other dash display and the error will not go…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-adas-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance and adaptive cruise control false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06-01 → 2026-05-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735957","quote_1_text":"Adaptive Cruise control stops working suddenly with message \"Travel Assist currently not available\". Warning goes after restart or have to go and cancel assist completely and start again and then it works for few minutes and appears again. The problem sometimes doesn’t show up…","quote_2_odi":"11597775","quote_2_text":"3 times in the past year, the automated braking activated with no other cars in front of me. Luckily, the cars behind me we following at a large distance and it was on a \"slower\" road around 50mph","quote_3_odi":"11524885","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 25 MPH in traffic, the Forward Collision Avoidance system activated, causing the vehicle to slow down and the Forward Collision Avoidance warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle needed to be diagnose. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-engine-misfire-stall","label":"Engine misfire and stall with EPC light","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07-14 → 2026-04-30","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11573462","quote_1_text":"This is now the second time this has happened on my brand new 2023 Jetta SE. The vehicle only has 1831 miles on it. The fault happens when the car is being driven after approx. 15 minutes. EPC light, Check Engine Light, and Yellow Warning Light illuminate. Also sounds like a…","quote_2_odi":"11566542","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 35 MPH in traffic, the vehicle lost motive power and shut off. The contact was able to steer into a parking space. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it…","quote_3_odi":"11532231","quote_3_text":"Accelerator petal does not always result in acceleration from a stopped position.  This causes the hill assist to hold and does not allow movement forward, resulting in an engine stall.  The vehicle has also set the EPC light while traveling resulting in reduced engine power to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-hill-hold-brake-engagement","label":"Hill start assist extended brake hold causing stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HILL START ASSIST:SOFTWARE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07-06 → 2024-10-15","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11530613","quote_1_text":"It has a hill hold feature that clamps the brakes on for approximately three seconds after you remove your foot from the brake pedal, if you are on a hill. Three seconds is way too long and often causes the following: you see an opening to pull into traffic, move your foot to…","quote_2_odi":"11619883","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that upon coming to a complete stop on an incline, the hill start assist system activated but activated the brakes for an extended period causing the contact to stall the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-backup-camera-dash-electrical","label":"Backup camera and instrument cluster electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10-02 → 2025-11-26","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701619","quote_1_text":"The backup camera in my 2023 VW Jetta has been malfunctioning since the car was new. It intermittently fails to display an image when shifted into reverse, creating a serious safety hazard. Backup cameras are federally required safety equipment, and when it doesn’t work…","quote_2_odi":"11617764","quote_2_text":"While in operation the dash cluster goes completely black. Aprox 45mph. Dealer had to replace entire dash cluster","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2023-engine-stall-unexpected-shutdown","label":"Engine shutdown while driving requiring manual restart","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699184","quote_1_text":"Engine turns off completely traveling at moderate speeds in drive gear while approaching and then stopped at lights or stop signs. Issue became more constant and prevalaint with time.  Message then shows up \" Please start engine manually P\".  Vehicle then has to be put in \"park\"…","quote_2_odi":"11755094","quote_2_text":"While driving (moving) on a congested road the vehicle signaled \"Please start engine manually\" the gas pedal became unresponsive. Power steering, radio, A/C, all still worked, but I had to come to a complete stop to restart engine. The same thing has happened multiple times now…","quote_3_odi":"11723790","quote_3_text":"While driving on the highway at 65 miles per hour, my Atlas shut itself off.  I had to put it into park and restart the ignition. It turned on after 2 attempts but just barely. It turned on and gave enough power to move forward very slowly but virtually no propulsion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2023-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Air bag recall repair parts unavailability (24V464000)","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11628561","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V464000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…","quote_2_odi":"11610702","quote_2_text":"PODS airbag sensor has been recalled since 6/19/2024 without remedy. Sensor is not detecting passenger and will not deploy in the instance of a vehicle accident. Being advised to not ride in the passenger seat of family vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11631593","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2023 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, a vehicle was coming towards her in the opposite direction making a left turn, and she collided with another vehicle on its front passenger side. No air bags were deployed. The vehicle was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2023-drl-failure-assembly-replacement","label":"Daytime running light failure requiring full assembly replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745814","quote_1_text":"Component/System Failed: The driver-side daytime running light (DRL) failed unexpectedly. The failed LED lighting component is available for inspection upon request. Safety Risk: This failure created a significant safety concern because daytime running lights are designed to…","quote_2_odi":"11660513","quote_2_text":"On my 2023 Atlas SE  the LED running light on both sides have stopped working over the last 2 and a half years. The replacement cost for these running lights-including installation is $1500-1800 per light. It has been well noted on the internet sites that thousand of Volkswagen…","quote_3_odi":"11737102","quote_3_text":"The daytime running lights are not working. It is a safety concern by not being seen easily by oncoming drivers. No warnings were given prior to going out. This seems to be a common problem among same vehicle make and model according to forums on the internet. The only…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2023-evap-canister-stall","label":"EVAP carbon canister failure linked to engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:CANISTER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753871","quote_1_text":"A subsequent inspection revealed that the evaporative emissions (EVAP) carbon canister is failing. The component failure allows unmetered fuel vapors or liquid fuel to flood the engine intake tract, rich-loading the engine and causing an immediate stall","quote_2_odi":"11713756","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that on the first day the vehicle was purchased, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was…","quote_3_odi":"11713326","quote_3_text":"Volkswagen dealerships later identified the issue as related to a defective canister / EVAP system component. The same component has required multiple repairs, including a repeat failure after the initial repair. Volkswagen issued an extended warranty covering this defect.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2023-pcv-oil-separator-failure","label":"PCV oil separator premature failure and oil leakage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11691958","quote_1_text":"The PCV valve (oil separator, part number 06Q103495F) has failed twice within 20,000 miles on my 2023 Volkswagen Atlas 2.0T. The first failure occurred around 50,000 miles and was repaired under warranty. The second failure happened around 70,000 miles, after warranty expiration","quote_2_odi":"11712919","quote_2_text":"The oil separator / PCV system on my 2023 Volkswagen Atlas failed prematurely, causing oil leakage and abnormal crankcase pressure. This resulted in oil escaping into the engine bay and related components. Failure of this system can lead to oil contacting hot engine surfaces…","quote_3_odi":"11664492","quote_3_text":"I stopped and checked the dash, infotainment display and VW app for what the problem was, the app showed no faults and all parameters had green checks. Only message on the dash was \"Start Stop Error\". Car ran fine and didn't seem to have any issue other than the auto start…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2023-aebs-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation with no obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11594277","quote_1_text":"I was driving approximately 30 mph on a sunny, 83F day. There were no other vehicles around me, no pedestrians, no bicycles, no animals, etc. I was traveling south on a straight section of the road when my car came to an abrupt and complete stop. The car's automatic braking…","quote_2_odi":"11585586","quote_2_text":"Driving down 4 lane state highway adaptive cruise on. Car in front of us pulled into left turn lane, was no longer in front of us. Dash lit up emergency notification and slammed us on breaks.  Reported to VW told “likely a sensor issue tech just not there yet”.   Happened again…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-panoramic-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11231067","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAKS. HEADLINER I AND CARPET IS BADLY STAINED WITH VISIBLE MOLD GROWTH. PILLAR STAINING AS WELL. WATER LEAKS FROM DOME LIGHT AND SUNROOF CONTROL BUTTONS. WATER ALSO LEAKS INTO FOOT WELL","quote_2_odi":"11101498","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. FOLLOWING RAIN, WATER LEAKED INTO THE CAR FROM THE PANORAMIC ROOF AT THE A-, B-, AND C-PILLARS AND REAR HATCH ON BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11115725","quote_3_text":"THE CAR IS ONE YEAR OLD, AND THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF IS LEAKING. I CONTACTED VW AND SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11595149","quote_1_text":"driving down the highway at 70mph and what sounded like a gunshot inside the car. glass started falling on us driving down the road. the sunroof glass exploded","quote_2_odi":"11122026","quote_2_text":"SHATTERED SUNROOF FOR 2017 VW GOLF GTI. SUNROOF SHATTERED FOLLOWING A LOUD NOISE WITH NO OBVIOUS DIRECT CAUSE. THERE WERE NO VEHICLES AHEAD AND NO OVERHEADS OR BRIDGES IN THE AREA","quote_3_odi":"11498054","quote_3_text":"The sunroof glass exploded while driving. Shattered glass had the potential to fall into the vehicle had the sun shield not been closed. Shattered class could fly out onto the road causing hazards to other motorists","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-thermostat-housing-water-pump-leak","label":"Thermostat housing and water pump coolant leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11446261","quote_1_text":"Leaking water pump at less than 80,000 miles causing engine to overheat and become damaged","quote_2_odi":"11453632","quote_2_text":"Yes my concern is the water pump that is made out of plastic which is notorious to fail at low miles. My car only has 64k on it","quote_3_odi":"11449598","quote_3_text":"My car started to loose coolant around 50K. This is a common problem for MK7 Golf which is usually caused by failure of the waterpump housing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-gear-shift-trim-sharp-edge","label":"Gear shift trim sharp edge lacerations","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11609661","quote_1_text":"I have gear shift trim that has peeled and is extermely sharp in my vehicle. This had led to cutting my hands multiple times while accessing the center storage compartment","quote_2_odi":"11454485","quote_2_text":"Gear Shift trim piece chrome plating splits and lifts up. This part caused a laceration on my finger from the fingernail to 1st knuckle","quote_3_odi":"11437456","quote_3_text":"Chrome trim around the DSG shifter has peeling chrome which is razor sharp. It has cut my hand deeply and is a safety hazard to me and my family","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-suspension-component-failure","label":"Suspension component noise and failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578065","quote_1_text":"-rear coil springs snapped -if coil completely falls out there will be no suspension, creating a greater chance of accident -yes confirmed by mavis discount tire -inspected by me and mavis discount tire -no warning","quote_2_odi":"11496908","quote_2_text":"Car developed a knocking sound from the front-left which occurred during any movement of the suspension, i.e. from all minor perturbations of the road surface rather than major dynamic actions such as breaking or steering","quote_3_odi":"11432701","quote_3_text":"The vehicle had been making mild clunking noises for some time (at least 2.5 years) during some combinations of turns/bumps","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-fuel-tank-suction-pump-leak","label":"Fuel tank suction pump failure and fuel leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11560614","quote_1_text":"The fuel suction pump in my 2017 volkswagen golf r failed causing strong gas odors to emit whenever the car is running, loss of power, inability to put more than a small amount of fuel in, and gas leaking into the evap and charcoal canister causing them to fail","quote_2_odi":"11533709","quote_2_text":"Gasoline was leaking profusely out the back of near the right rear tire well. I had it inspected by Camelback VW (Dealer) and they said the fuel tank failed","quote_3_odi":"11605490","quote_3_text":"On July 7, 2024, the fuel tank system on my car (2017 VW Golf) failed. I was unable to pump gas into the gas tank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11460207","quote_1_text":"Clock Spring failure, air bag error, loss of horn and steering wheel button controls such as cruise control","quote_2_odi":"11504304","quote_2_text":"This is the second time since November 2022 that our clock spring has failed. While it's broken the driver has no airbag, horn, or usability of controls on steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11477257","quote_3_text":"Airbags, horn, cruise control and all other functions related to the steering wheel suddenly stopped working. Volkswagen has diagnosed the clock spring is defective and needs to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-turbo-wastegate-actuator-seizure","label":"Turbo wastegate actuator seizure causing power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11510454","quote_1_text":"Turbo wastegate actuator arm seized casing turbo failure. Wastegate stuck in the semi-open position","quote_2_odi":"11579405","quote_2_text":"Turbo Wastegate actuator rod/flap failure/seizure. VW dealership & Independent service center both diagnosed the issue as a seized wastegate actuator flap/rod","quote_3_odi":"11546483","quote_3_text":"Vehicle EPC light comes on dash. OBD code is \"P00AF00 - Turbocharger Boost Control \"A\" Module\". This error causes sudden loss of power and loss of driver assistance (forward collision assist, blind spot assist, cruise control, etc.)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11595149","quote_1_text":"driving down the highway at 70mph and what sounded like a gunshot inside the car. glass started falling on us driving down the road. the sunroof glass exploded. got pulled over and looked and the glass is literally blown outward not inward like something falling on it","quote_2_odi":"11122026","quote_2_text":"SHATTERED SUNROOF FOR 2017 VW GOLF GTI. SUNROOF SHATTERED FOLLOWING A LOUD NOISE WITH NO OBVIOUS DIRECT CAUSE. THERE WERE NO VEHICLES AHEAD AND NO OVERHEADS OR BRIDGES IN THE AREA","quote_3_odi":"11064526","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING ON THE FREE WAY WHEN SUDDENLY HEARD A LOUD BANG THAT SOUNDED LIKE A FUN SHOT. IMMEDIATELY I HEARD A CRACK AND PIECES OF GLASS FROM MY SUNROOF STARTED FALLING INTO MY CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-panoramic-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11093635","quote_1_text":"2017 VW GOLF ALLTRACK: HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR FOUR MONTHS NOW AND JUST HAD THREE DAYS WORTH OF RAIN HERE IN MICHIGAN. THE FRONT OF THE HEADLINER IS COMPLETELY SOAKED ON BOTH A-PILLARS AND AROUND THE OVERHEAD CONSOLE OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11175989","quote_2_text":"MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF HAS HAD AN ISSUE WITH WATER INTRUSION. DECEMBER OF 2017 I TOOK THE CAR INTO VW OF POHANKA, MARYLAN. THEY REPLACED THE HEADLINER, DRAINAGE TUBES, AND SMOOTHED OUT THE WELDS TO TRY AND FIX THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11231067","quote_3_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAKS. HEADLINER I AND CARPET IS BADLY STAINED WITH VISIBLE MOLD GROWTH. PILLAR STAINING AS WELL. WATER LEAKS FROM DOME LIGHT AND SUNROOF CONTROL BUTTONS. WATER ALSO LEAKS INTO FOOT WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-thermostat-water-pump-coolant-loss","label":"Thermostat housing and water pump coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11527425","quote_1_text":"The thermostat housing leaked all my radiator fluid across the front of the engine block. I have to refill the reservoir every 2-3 days in order to keep the coolant in the engine and to keep it from overheating","quote_2_odi":"11453632","quote_2_text":"Yes my concern is the water pump that is made out of plastic which is notorious to fail at low miles. My car only has 64k on it. This water pump was not build well and VW really should designed a better one","quote_3_odi":"11406710","quote_3_text":"REPLACED MY WATER PUMP 2 TIMES ALREADY. NOW I AM REPLACING THERMOSTAT HOUSING. ALL THIS UNDER 45000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-epc-limp-mode-power-loss","label":"Turbo wastegate actuator failure and sudden power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11579405","quote_1_text":"Turbo Wastegate actuator rod/flap failure/seizure. VW dealership & Independent service center both diagnosed the issue as a seized wastegate actuator flap/rod. This is due to poor design and is a common issue on all 2015-2020 VW/Audi 1.8l TSI engines","quote_2_odi":"11121660","quote_2_text":"TRAVELING ALONG A SLIGHTLY HILLY ROAD AT 35MPH WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY SPIKED TO 3000RPM AND THE CAR'S ACCELERATOR PEDAL STOPPED FUNCTIONING. HAD TO APPLY BRAKES AND PULL TO THE SIDE","quote_3_odi":"10944077","quote_3_text":"WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE VEHICLE FLASHED THE EPC WARNING LIGHT AND SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER AND RAPIDLY DECELERATED. THE CAR HAD TO COAST OFF THE HIGHWAY AND WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THROTTLE INPUT ONCE STOPPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-suspension-component-failure","label":"Suspension spring and strut mount failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578065","quote_1_text":"-rear coil springs snapped -if coil completely falls out there will be no suspension, creating a greater chance of accident -yes confirmed by mavis discount tire -inspected by me and mavis discount tire -no warning","quote_2_odi":"11496908","quote_2_text":"Car developed a knocking sound from the front-left which occurred during any movement of the suspension, i.e. from all minor perturbations of the road surface rather than major dynamic actions such as breaking or steering","quote_3_odi":"11115079","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT STRUT MOUNTS ON THIS CAR CONTINUALLY GO BAD. AFTER SEVERAL MONTHS OF MIXED CITY AND HIGHWAY (NO OFFROAD) DRIVING, THE STRUTS MAKE A RUMBLE AT LOW SPEEDS ON ANYTHING BUT A FLAT ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-fuel-tank-suction-pump-leak","label":"Fuel tank suction jet pump leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11605426","quote_1_text":"July 30,2024 I own a Golf 2017. My suction jet pump has failed. I cannot drive my car because I can't put gas into it. I need my car for work. The recall does not have the part available and it seems there hasn't been a part to fix this for a very long time","quote_2_odi":"11533709","quote_2_text":"Gasoline was leaking profusely out the back of near the right rear tire well. I had it inspected by Camelback VW (Dealer) and they said the fuel tank failed. The car has 55.8k miles on it, bought in December of 2017","quote_3_odi":"11441821","quote_3_text":"On 10/23/2021 in the process of refueling the vehicle in question the gas pump shut off after only pumping less than a gallon of gas. Repeated attempts yielded the same results. Additionally gas would back up and flow down the over flow tube onto the ground","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag, horn, and controls","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11477257","quote_1_text":"Airbags, horn, cruise control and all other functions related to the steering wheel suddenly stopped working. Volkswagen has diagnosed the clock spring is defective and needs to be replaced. I’ve been quoted $712.00 for this repair","quote_2_odi":"11460207","quote_2_text":"Clock Spring failure, air bag error, loss of horn and steering wheel button controls such as cruise control","quote_3_odi":"11442725","quote_3_text":"Faulty clock spring causing passenger airbag warning and loss of steering wheel controls, ie: horn, volume, cruise","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-brake-noise-grinding","label":"Service brake grinding, squealing, and inconsistent stopping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11574437","quote_1_text":"There needs to be a recall on all 2022 Volkswagen Atlas. There is a major issue with the braking system that if goes unaddressed, will cause accidents. There are many, many people complaining about it and I’m guessing until we…","quote_2_odi":"11552287","quote_2_text":"Roughly 60 days after we purchased our Atlas the brakes started squealing, grinding, and when its wet or raining, it is nearly impossible to stop the vehicle without slamming the brakes so hard that the anti-lock braking system engages","quote_3_odi":"11572822","quote_3_text":"The brakes make an awful grinding noise that sounds like metal on metal  . When braking the collision alert system will go off as if a crash is inevitable like no one is braking. I have had pedestrians flag me down and tell men that the noise is a brake rotor issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-engine-stall-manual-restart","label":"Engine shutdown while driving requiring manual restart","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11679519","quote_1_text":"ENGINE RANDOMLY STOPS WHILE DRIVING, IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD, WARNING SAYS TO MANUALLY RESTART ENGINE. HAPPENS WITH AUTO START/STOP ON OR OFF. LASTEST INCIDENT, WHILE ENTERING AN INTERSECTION TURNING LEFT, ENGINE STOPPED, SAID TO MANUALLY RESTART, STEERING LOCKED UP","quote_2_odi":"11643860","quote_2_text":"Vehicle stalls at Idle or close to Idle. It's very dangerous as this could happen in an intersection leading to a collision. When I contacted VW they are completely aware of the issue, Know the part to fix and have even given the part an extended warranty","quote_3_odi":"11678588","quote_3_text":"When driving my 2022 VW Atlas at low speeds (stopping at a red light, backing down my driveway, and slowing for yield zones), the vehicle either 1) shudders to a stop and presents \"please start engine manually\" message or 2) appears to turn off using the start/stop system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-airbag-recall-remedy-unavailable","label":"Front passenger airbag recall remedy unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11625871","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally express my concern about the ongoing recall on my 2024 Volkswagen Atlas due to a faulty airbag issue. This recall, which I was notified of in June 2024, has yet to be resolved, and Volkswagen has not provided any timeline for a fix","quote_2_odi":"11624669","quote_2_text":"This safety recall has been open for quite some time.  I feel unsafe driving with anyone in the passenger seat.  When I contacted VW, they simply informed me that a remedy is not yet available.  VW says that owners should avoid use of the front passenger seat if possible","quote_3_odi":"11629594","quote_3_text":"The PODs system is still hasn't been repaired since the recall was announced in June. I was told a fix was coming in August, but to no avail. I haven't been able to have someone in the passenger seat of the car since the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-drl-assembly-failure","label":"Daytime running light LED failure requiring full assembly replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741478","quote_1_text":"The Daytime Running Lights are integrated into the headlight assembly so when the ights fail they cannot be replaced by the car owner by replacing a bulb.  They also fail at very low mileage.  Mine have failed before 70k miles.  To replace the DRL the entire housing must be…","quote_2_odi":"11746755","quote_2_text":"I noticed today when I started up by car that the DRL (daytime running lights) was dimmed to the point where I didn't even notice it on.  This seems to be an issue with Volkswagen Atlas's years 2021-2023.  It is currently out and anyone can come look at it at…","quote_3_odi":"11669927","quote_3_text":"The right passenger headlight LED strip went out which ended up costing $1600. The drivers side headlight LED strip just went out, which is going to cost me another $1600. Looking online, it looks like many other VW Atlas owners are experiencing the same issues, all within…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and backup camera loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11705408","quote_1_text":"The infotainment system on my 2022 Volkswagen Atlas SE failed completely at 58,435 miles. The screen goes blank/black and the system will not remain operational.  The vehicle was inspected and diagnosed by an authorized Volkswagen dealership (AutoNation Volkswagen of Hilton…","quote_2_odi":"11752976","quote_2_text":"The audio stopped working intermittently, the touchscreen went black and displayed corrupted graphics, and the backup camera repeatedly cuts in and out or fails to display anything. Pressing the backup camera button can cause the infotainment system to shut down completely","quote_3_odi":"11705950","quote_3_text":"The infotainment system where the back up camera is held and all other safety features started re booting and eventually went black December 17th 2025. I brought into Volkswagen Riverhead NY dealer where they said there was an update that needed to be done and all was fixed. I…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-false-aebs-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11593643","quote_1_text":"While operating the vehicle at about 50 to 60 mph the automatic emergency breaking system activated without warning and with no vehicles in front, and violently slammed on the breaks causing the vehicle to go into emergency stop in the middle of the highway","quote_2_odi":"11503699","quote_2_text":"Emergency braking system was activated on 15 FWY, traveling north just south of Magnolia (33.8652148,-117.5413564)  No vehicle or objects were in front of me. I was in the far left lane traveling at freeway speeds for over 2 miles before the emergency…","quote_3_odi":"11675853","quote_3_text":"My atlas forward collision system malfunctioned causing the automatic emergency braking to turn on when there was no one and nothing in front of me. I was then rear ended. Which ultimately totaled my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-engine-cooling-water-pump","label":"Engine coolant leak and water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694691","quote_1_text":"The engine water pump / integrated thermostat housing failed due to a coolant leak. I first noticed coolant odor and dried pink/white residue around the pump area on //. Coolant level dropped between services and I observed active seepage. Dealer diagnosis on // confirmed failed…","quote_2_odi":"11746821","quote_2_text":"the dealership technicians officially diagnosed a coolant leak coming directly from the water pump. At only 70,000 miles, this component should not be failing. This constitutes a major safety hazard. If left unrepaired, a water pump leak leads to sudden engine overheating, loss…","quote_3_odi":"11676446","quote_3_text":"My 2022 VW Atlas has triggered the coolant warning light several times since new. A dealership eventually replaced the head gasket under warranty, yet the warning returned again months later. At the most recent service visit, a pressure test showed no leak","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-second-row-seat-latch","label":"Second-row captain seat latch releasing while driving","component_code":"SEATS, AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707986","quote_1_text":"While slowing down for a stoplight, the captain chair behind the driver side lunged forward pinning my son’s head between his car seat and the back of my seat. Prior to the incident, there was no error indication (would pop up RED) telling me there was a bad latch","quote_2_odi":"11685050","quote_2_text":"while driving approximately 5 MPH, and pressed the brakes when suddenly the second row passenger side captain seat erroneously moved forward. The [XXX]  child seated in a high-back booster seat in the second row passenger seat was pushed forward into the rear of the front…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-travel-assist-steering-wheel-sensor","label":"Travel Assist / adaptive cruise steering wheel sensor warnings","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685589","quote_1_text":"Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time. It is triggered at engine start and persists through all speeds. I have experienced…","quote_2_odi":"11749181","quote_2_text":"While driving with Adaptive Cruise Control or Travel Assist engaged, the vehicle repeatedly warns me to \"Take Control of the Vehicle\" or indicates my hands are not on the steering wheel even though both hands are firmly on the wheel","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Rear brake pad and rotor premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11621423","quote_1_text":"My car only had twelve thousand miles on it when the problem started with the rear brakes. They were at an eight and in less than two weeks time they started dragging not fully disengaging and went down to a one. Screeching","quote_2_odi":"11663209","quote_2_text":"Rear brake pads. They were replaced at 22,464 miles under warranty due to premature wear, and at just 34,170 miles (less than 12,000 miles later), they are already down to 4mm","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-engine-misfire-epc-power-loss","label":"Engine misfire, EPC warning, and power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11555705","quote_1_text":"Engine misfire on all cylinders. Engine start/stop failure, check engine light illuminates. Vehicle hesitates and looses power when accelerating. Vehicle then stalls while operating. Happens while in traffic or trying to pull out from intersection causing vehicle to stop in…","quote_2_odi":"11490404","quote_2_text":"Electronic Power Control (EPC) issue:  The car unit bogs down the acceleration and limits the RPMs, making it dangerous to drive on high way or even local road. The issue pops up spontaneously but went away after car was OFF for hour and restarted","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-head-gasket-coolant-loss","label":"Head gasket failure and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11583095","quote_1_text":"Two months ago coolant light was on. Took it in and they topped it off. No paperwork. Next a 20,000 maintenance-. No alerts. Last month coolant light again. Took it in - blown head gasket at 22,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11756558","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is currently experiencing steady coolant loss with no external puddles.My vehicle is at 65,000 miles, placing it just 5,000 miles outside of the 60,000-mile factory powertrain warranty. This specific issue matches the exact symptoms of Volkswagen Technical Service…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-digital-cockpit-shutdown","label":"Digital cockpit display shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11566906","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has a \"digital cockpit\" without traditional analog gauges.  It completely shut down on me while driving on the freeway, leaving me without a speedometer, and a red caution \"do not drive\" warning indicator","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706221","quote_1_text":"Car was hit in rear by tractor trailer, spun into another tractor trailer. Then the second tractor trailer slammed the vehicle front end first into the median. Front end crushed, driver side door caved in, rear end damage. No airbags were deployed the entire time","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11508946","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, a crack in the sunroof glass was discovered. After opening the driver’s side door, the sunroof glass shattered causing shards of glass to fall into the cabin of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2016-fuel-tank-evap-suction-pump-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak and EVAP suction pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11677730","quote_1_text":"Fuel is leaking from near the gas tank when the car is running and creates a puddle- I took my car to the local VW dealership in February to get the Suction Jet Pump Recall completed","quote_2_odi":"11365177","quote_2_text":"SUCTION PUMP INSIDE GAS TANK ALLOWED GAS TO COLLECT WITHIN THE EVAPORATIVE-EMISSION SYSTEM. THIS FILLED THE CHARCOAL CANISTER FILTER WITH LIQUID GASOLINE. THIS GASOLINE SPILLED OUT INTO THE CAR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR WHEEL WELL AND ON TO THE GARAGE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"10927245","quote_3_text":"DEALER PERFORMED RECALL SERVICE FOR SAFETY RECALL 16V647 - SUCTION PUMP. FOLLOWING SERVICE SERVICE STATION PUMP TRIPS OFF AFTER FILLING SMALL AMOUNT OF GAS AND GAS GAUGE IS INOPERATIVE. DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO CORRECTLY PROBLEM IN 3 SERVICE VISITS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2016-thermostat-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Thermostat housing and water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11322437","quote_1_text":"THERMOSTAT HOUSING/WATER PUMP FAILED AT 80,000 MILES. THIS FAILURE COULD HAVE STRANDED ME DURING COVID PANDEMIC FAR FROM HOME","quote_2_odi":"11423690","quote_2_text":"The thermostat housing and water pump are leaking due to a known manufacturing defect. I had the water pump and thermostat housing replaced around 65,000 miles from an independent Volkswagen mechanic","quote_3_odi":"11386719","quote_3_text":"MY THERMOSTAT HAD A COOLANT LEAK AT 37K, AND THIS WAS DIAGNOSED AT THE VW DEALERSHIP IN 12/20. MY VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT, AND HAS BEEN METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED AT THE VW DEALERSHIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2016-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak into cabin","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11300201","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAKS INTO THE INTERIOR A FRAME PILLARS. IT LEAKS IN THE RAIN, THE SNOW, AND EVEN THE CAR WASH. THE LEAK STARTS AS A DAMP SPOT IN THE INTERIOR WHERE THE HEADLINER MEETS THE A FRAME PILLAR","quote_2_odi":"11376865","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF LEAKS INTO HEADLINER AND DOWN THE SIDE PILLARS. OCCURS WHEN STATIONARY AND IN MOTION DURING PERIODS OF EXTENDED RAIN. RESULTS IN DAMAGE TO ELECTRONICS, SOUND SYSTEM AND FABRIC/BODY COMPONENTS","quote_3_odi":"11270298","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF DRAIN REINFORCEMENT STEEL HAS DEVELOPED STRESS CRACKS. WHICH HAS LET WATER LEAK INSIDE VEHICLE, ONTO HEADLINER AND DOWN A-PILLARS SATURATING FRONT SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS MAKING THEM DEFECTIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2016-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11675516","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway, and heard a quiet sound like someone sprinkling sand on my windshield for about 10 seconds. All of a sudden, the sun roof burst and shattered with a loud pop","quote_2_odi":"11056719","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON MY USUAL HIGHWAY ROUTE WHEN MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. THERE WERE NOT CARS IN PROXIMITY TO MINE, NONE IN FRONT, TO THE SIDE OR REAR","quote_3_odi":"11104517","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AT AROUND 15MPH IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA WHEN I HEARD THE LOUD SOUND LIKE A GUNSHOT. I STOPPED IMMEDIATELY AND WENT OUTSIDE TO FIND THAT MY SUNROOF WAS SHATTERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2016-console-trim-edge-laceration","label":"Center console trim edge laceration","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11186048","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT EDGE OF THE DECORATIVE METAL TRIM AROUND THE GEAR SELECTOR SLICED MY FINGER OPEN. THIS OCCURRED ON 3/12/2019 WHILE REACHING INTO THE BIN IN FRONT OF THE TRIM","quote_2_odi":"11181359","quote_2_text":"THE CHROME TRIM DETAIL AROUND THE GEAR SELECTOR BASE PEELED UP SLIGHTLY RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE STORAGE CUBBY. IT IS NOT VISIBLE FROM A NORMAL SEATED POSITION THAT IT PEELED UP","quote_3_odi":"11181722","quote_3_text":"THE SILVER METAL TRIM THAT BORDERS THE GEAR SHIFTER HAS STARTED TO PEEL AWAY FROM THE PLASTIC BASE TRIM UNDERNEATH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2016-brake-system-failure","label":"Service brake system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11175968","quote_1_text":"MASTER BRAKE CYLINDER FAILURE CAUSING MY BRAKES TO NOT WORK AND ENDANGERED MY SAFETY ON THE ROAD. NO INDICATIONS OF FAILURE UNTIL I WAS ALREADY ON THE ROAD WITH NO BRAKE FLUID IN THE CYLINDER","quote_2_odi":"10948507","quote_2_text":"BRAKE FAILURE. THE CAR WAS BEING DRIVEN AROUND 20MPH, WHEN A 'BRAKE: FLUID LOW SEE OWNER'S MANUAL' MESSAGE CAME ON. AFTER SEEING THIS MESSAGE PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"10897131","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 TO 25 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A CRACKLING NOISE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2016-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11423346","quote_1_text":"Excessive oil consumption over a short period of time - inspected by auto mechanic and VW dealer - no leaks and no buring of oil noted. Loosing a quart over the period of one month after an oil change","quote_2_odi":"11638987","quote_2_text":"I bought the car brand new in 2016 had the oil changed on its scheduled maintenance and at 77000 mile my timing chain made my car go into limp mode. Now I am looking at a 4700$ in mechanic and engine work","quote_3_odi":"11374861","quote_3_text":"SHORTLY AFTER I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE (USED AT AROUND 73K MILES) THE TURBO FAILED. I THOUGHT THAT WAS ODD AT THE MILEAGE SO I ATTEMPTED TO SUBMIT A CLAIM TO VOLKSWAGEN. I WAS DENIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2016-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11419548","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while the vehicle was being serviced for an inspection, she was informed that the horn was not functioning properly","quote_2_odi":"11408073","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HORN FAILED TO OPERATE AS DESIGNED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DICK HANNA VOLKSWAGEN (12345 E. BURNSIDE ST, PORTLAND, OR 97233, (503) 822-3467) TO BE DIAGNOSED","quote_3_odi":"11324980","quote_3_text":"JUNE 1, 2019. HORN STOPPED WORKING WHILE DRIVING, NOW WORKS INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING OR STATIONARY. BY THE TIME I CAN SCHEDULE SERVICE FROM VW THE HORN STARTS WORKING AGAIN. MARCH 15, 2020. HORN COMPLETELY STOPPED WORKING WHILE DRIVING OR STATIONARY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2016-fuel-rail-leak-odor","label":"Fuel rail leak and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11452241","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at 15-25 MPH, she smelled a strong burning gas odor. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact felt an intense heat on her legs","quote_2_odi":"11367077","quote_2_text":"WE HAVE A 2016 VW JETTA TSI 1.4L (EA211 ENGINE) WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION. AT APPROXIMATELY 98,000 MILES, FUEL STARTED LEAKING FROM THE FUEL RAIL AREA, SLOWLY AT FIRST, JUST A SCENT OF FUEL","quote_3_odi":"11512842","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated upon entering the vehicle, there was a strong gasoline odor. Additionally, the vehicle experienced a rough start. The electronic power control (EPC) and check engine warning lights were illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2016-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition switch","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11330903","quote_1_text":"OFTEN IT IS NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN THE KEY BACK TO TURN THE ENGINE OFF; SEEMS TO BE MECHANICAL FAILURE OF THE IGNITION SWITCH. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON AND PERVASIVE PROBLEM WITH PEOPLE REPORTING BEING UNABLE TO TURN THE ENGINE OFF FOR HOURS","quote_2_odi":"11270857","quote_2_text":"IGNITION CYLINDER AND HOUSING ISSUES . KEY GOT STUCK IN IGNITION AND WOULD NOT SHUT OFF THE CAR . THE CAR WAS ON AND RUNNING FOR 4 HOURS STRAIGHT WHILE I WAITED FOR AAA TO TOW IT TO THE DEALERSHIP . I HAD TO REPLACE THE CYLINDER , BOLT AND STEER LOCK","quote_3_odi":"10978914","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO TURN OFF AND THE KEY FAILED TO RELEASE FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE NYLON BUSHING HAD FRACTURED AND JAMMED THE KEY IN THE IGNITION SWITCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2016-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11728910","quote_1_text":"I tried to stop my car and the brake pedal went completely to the floor and did not stop at all. There were no warning lights on, I keep my brakes and car well maintained. My car hit the rear of another car because the brakes failed to engage when I pushed the pedal down","quote_2_odi":"11242906","quote_2_text":"\"BRAKE FAILURE\" SON WAS DRIVING VEHICLE IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. THE CAR IN FRONT OF HIM STARTED TO GO HE SLOWLY FOLLOWED. HE WAS GOING ABOUT 10-15MPH, AND THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF HIM SLAMMED ON BRAKES SUDDENLY. WHEN CAUSED HIM TO HAVE TO BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"10906423","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, IT TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD SEVERAL TIMES WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS A STRONG VIBRATION COMING FROM THE BRAKING SYSTEM WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2016-power-loss-hesitation","label":"Loss of power and hesitation to accelerate","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11669727","quote_1_text":"Vehicle begins to shudder and slow with no response to attempts to accelerate and eventually stop completely though engine is still on. This has happened on multiple occasions and in many driving situations including on busy streets or in the middle of turning","quote_2_odi":"11045085","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE PAUSES FOR UP TO 5 SECONDS WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE ACROSS AN INTERSECTION OR WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PASS ANOTHER CAR ON THE HIGHWAY. THIS FAILURE HAPPENS SPORADICALLY WHETHER ON A PUBLIC STREET OR HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"10992479","quote_3_text":"2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA WITH 1.8 L.TURBO ENGINE WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. AFTER TOTALLY STOPPING CAR AT AN INTERSECTION AND THEN APPLYING A LITTLE THROTTLE THE CAR WILL START MOVING OUT INTO INTERSECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-suspension-spring-failure","label":"Front and rear suspension coil spring failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11720494","quote_1_text":"On 8/14/24 I had the rear springs replaced due to a broken spring. Now today 2/25/26 I was inform that I have a broken front spring","quote_2_odi":"11573469","quote_2_text":"My 2017 vw Jetta S front left coil spring broke in half & the sharp ends could have puncture my tire while I was driving","quote_3_odi":"11471680","quote_3_text":"We own a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. While driving at 55 MPH, he heard a loud Bang noise and experienced difficulty steering the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-infotainment-touchscreen-failure","label":"Infotainment touchscreen failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11698262","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the infotainment system touch screen failed to operate as an intended","quote_2_odi":"11617567","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that on several occasions while the vehicle was started, the infotainment touch screen occasionally went black and did not respond to touch commands","quote_3_odi":"11541352","quote_3_text":"Infotainment unit is extremely faulty with proximity sensors going off randomly engaging brakes and rear view camera not working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-fuel-rail-bolt-leak","label":"Fuel rail bolt leak and fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11603938","quote_1_text":"The fuel rail system came loose, causing fuel to spray in engine bay, as well as loss of power to propel vehicle forward","quote_2_odi":"11673325","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was a strong gasoline odor inside the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to start","quote_3_odi":"11385277","quote_3_text":"THIS 2017 JETTA HAD A MASSIVE AMOUNT OF GASOLINE SPRAYING FROM THE FUEL RAIL WHICH WAS CAUSED BY POORLY INSTALLED FUEL RAIL BOLTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11195511","quote_1_text":"ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 65-75MPH ON THE HIGHWAY WITH 1/4 TO 1/2 FULL TANK OF GAS, MY CAR BEGAN TO STUTTER/HESITATE","quote_2_odi":"11064703","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED WITH CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, RETURNED TO DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD IT WAS THE GAS CAP","quote_3_odi":"11021129","quote_3_text":"BRAND NEW JETTA WITH ABOUT 8000 MILES. AFTER ABOUT 20-25 MINUTES HIGHWAY DRIVING RATTLES AND STALLS ON SURFACE STREET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-clutch-transmission-failure","label":"Clutch and manual transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11161345","quote_1_text":"HEADED EAST ON HIGHWAY 50 IN CARSON CITY, NV AFTER HAVING STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT. WOULD NOT SHIFT FROM 4TH TO 5TH GEAR. FOUND CLUTCH NOT WORKING","quote_2_odi":"11490399","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has only 10,000 miles. Developed unidentified leak. Shortly after the car was on the freeway in 6th gear and started smoking and revving the engine","quote_3_odi":"11149807","quote_3_text":"UPON PLACING IN REVERSE, THE ENGINE BOGS DOWN, LOWERING THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE AND CAUSES A BAD VIBRATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-brake-failure","label":"Brake failure and reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11265992","quote_1_text":"WHENEVER DRIVING IN RAIN BREAKS GIVE OUT AND FEELS BUMPY. TODAY I WAS DRIVING TO SCHOOL AND I STARTED TO BREAK FOR A LIGHT AND ALMOST REAR-ENDED THE CAR IN FONT OF ME BECAUSE MY BREAKS WOULDN'T BREAK","quote_2_odi":"11118907","quote_2_text":"WHILE TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD I REALIZED DEAD ENDED, I ATTEMPTED TO APPLY MY BRAKES AT WHICH TIME THEY DID NOT WORK, I LOOKED TO ENSURE NOTHING WAS UNDER IT AND WHEN I SEEN THERE WAS NOTHING ATTEMPTED TO APPLY AGAIN, UNFORTUNATELY THEY DID NOT WORK AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11218748","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ON AT 65 MPH AND IT SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN OR DISENGAGED FOR NO REASON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-steering-electrical-recall","label":"Steering column electrical system recall delay","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11527577","quote_1_text":"Clockspring in steering wheel has failed, rendering driver airbag non-operational. Should vehicle be involved in a collision, driver airbag will not engage. Horn and steering wheel buttons are also non-operational","quote_2_odi":"11052611","quote_2_text":"WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL IT CLICKS AS IF SOMETHING IS LOOSE. DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED AIRBAG AND CLOCK SPRING TWICE, STEERING WHEEL STILL CLICKS","quote_3_odi":"11278116","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V615000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbags failed to deploy in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11633490","quote_1_text":"My daughter was rear-ended in her 2017 Jetta while stopped. The other driver was going approximately 45 mph, forcing my daughter into the car in front of her as well, causing significant front impact and damage to the vehicle. The air bag did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11513980","quote_2_text":"On Saturday March 25th I was in an accident in my 2017 jetta. A Tahoe last second lane changed into the front end of my jetta. The impact was at 30mph but no air bags deployed","quote_3_odi":"11432973","quote_3_text":"My daughters car was hit on highway on drivers rear quarter panel. Major damage, frame and axle on car bent. Airbags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2021-drl-failure","label":"Daytime running light failure needing headlight replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11746801","quote_1_text":"The daylight LED lights have gone out. There is no replacement aside from replacing the whole headlight. LED’s shouldn’t go out and the cost of the replacement is high","quote_2_odi":"11738630","quote_2_text":"At 76000 miles, the daytime running light on the passenger side went out. I took the vehicle into the dealership for repair and I was told that because there is an internal open circuit, the entire headlight assembly will need to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11704740","quote_3_text":"The passenger day time running light quit working randomly. This also is part of the lamp that provides cornering light. Without this, it decreases visibility early morning or evening driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2021-brake-grinding-noise","label":"Brake grinding and squealing noise diagnosed as normal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11679171","quote_1_text":"I own a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport with approximately 34,000 miles, purchased as a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle. The brakes make an extremely loud, metal-on-metal screeching noise when driving slowly, reversing or driving on hills","quote_2_odi":"11493206","quote_2_text":"1) Brakes grinding and squealing 2) Known defects in the 2021 brakes could reduce potential stopping distance for affected vehicles","quote_3_odi":"11733702","quote_3_text":"Over course of ownership, I have taken 2021 Atlas Cross Sport in for routine service, to include grinding brakes during normal driving conditions. The brakes will squeak when first beginning the drive for the day","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2021-door-harness-fault","label":"Door wiring harness fault causing parking brake engagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11457202","quote_1_text":"Car started engaging emergency brake while driving. Started off in park and progressed. Windows would roll down and lights would come on. Took in to VW. They said door harness needs replaced. No ETA for part","quote_2_odi":"11439471","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed with the driver control module failure","quote_3_odi":"11466202","quote_3_text":"While driving at approx. 65 mph in heavy rain the rear passenger window suddenly went down and smoke came from the door and at same time all electrical systems went out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2021-airbag-pods-delay","label":"Airbag non-deployment and PODS recall delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11485487","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbags did not deploy during a crash . A suv vehicle hit my vehicle on the side and caused over $7000, in damage","quote_2_odi":"11646156","quote_2_text":"I received notification via carfax, VW app, AND by mail about the passenger air bag faulty PODS system recall in September 2024. I was told by my local dealership there was no active fix for the issue at the time","quote_3_odi":"11623744","quote_3_text":"My car was purchased on Sept 5th, only to be told there was a recall and could not legally be released to me. Its been months and still no answers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2021-engine-stall","label":"Unexpected engine stall or shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11593663","quote_1_text":"My Wife has been driving our kids in our certified Preowned Atlas and this is the 3rd time she has stated then when slowing down or coming to a complete stop the vehicle shuts off completely and it's not due to the auto stop feature we have it switched off whenever we drive","quote_2_odi":"11560028","quote_2_text":"-The engine shut off while I was driving the vehicle and gave me a message to please start the engine manually by putting the car in park. This happened 6 times in 2 days including twice in traffic on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11627349","quote_3_text":"Car shut off randomly when driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2021-phantom-aeb","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11469307","quote_1_text":"My Atlas Crossport without warning or any vehicle in front of me engaged emergency braking and the forward collision warning lights and alarms came on. I was traveling roughly 40mph and the vehicle suddenly slowed to just below 10mph before I was able to continue driving","quote_2_odi":"11538401","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake warning light illuminated, and the vehicle unintendedly came to a stop. The contact stated that the failure had occurred twice","quote_3_odi":"11743802","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has ghost braking issues and on top of all the screens go black periodically for no reason at all(they aren’t being touched)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-fuel-pump-leak-odor","label":"Fuel pump leak causing gasoline odor in cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11671816","quote_1_text":"Description of the Problem: The fuel pump housing on my 2016 Volkswagen Passat (1.8L TSI) developed visible cracks, which caused a persistent fuel vapor smell around the vehicle, especially after refueling","quote_2_odi":"11669476","quote_2_text":"The fuel delivery system appears to have failed. Specifically, there is an active gasoline leak from a fuel line inside the cabin, near or under the rear seat","quote_3_odi":"11537108","quote_3_text":"Began smelling fuel. Made an appointment for a week out. They found that the fuel pump cover under the seat had been pushing on the top of the fuel pump","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-abs-wheel-speed-sensor-failure","label":"ABS wheel-speed sensor failure triggering warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11265312","quote_1_text":"THE ABS SENSOR SYSTEM HAS FAILED ON OUR CAR FOR THE 2ND TIME . THE FIRST TIME IT OCCURRED ON THE LEFT REAR WHEEL IN 2019. WHEN THE SYSTEM FAILS IT TRIGGERS A MULTITUDE OF DASHBOARD ALERTS WHICH ARE EXTREMELY DISTRACTING","quote_2_odi":"11430116","quote_2_text":"In less than 51,000 miles 3 wheel speed sensors have required replacement. An unacceptable average failure rate of once every 1.7 years or 17,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11337346","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AND TRYING TO STOP IT APPEARS THAT BRAKES/ABS ARE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. ABS, TPMS, TRACTION CONTROL, SRS WARNING LIGHTS HAVE COME ON FOR THE SECOND TIME IN JUST A FEW MONTHS SPAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and steering controls","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11681294","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that on seven occasions, the clock spring failed while driving at various speeds","quote_2_odi":"11096639","quote_2_text":"WHEN I WENT TO START THE CAR THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND STATED \"ERROR\". ALL THE FUNCTIONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOT WORK, THIS INCLUDED THE HORN, CRUISE CONTROL, RADIO SYSTEM AND AIR BAG","quote_3_odi":"11040513","quote_3_text":"THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE CLOCK SPRING. I BROUGHT IT IN FOR SERVICE AND IT GOT REPLACED 10/7/15. IT SNAPPED AGAIN 5 MONTHS LATER WAS REPLACED 3/8/16. IT SNAPPED AGAIN 6 MONTHS LATER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-forward-assist-phantom-braking","label":"Forward Assist braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11655648","quote_1_text":"While driving on a residential street the VW Front Assist suddenly engaged the brakes. There was no car in front or any cars driving in the area. The car came to a complete stop","quote_2_odi":"11430569","quote_2_text":"The automatic emergency braking has applied three times while driving this vehicle. Once on a freeway onramp curve in traffic with following car, twice driving on different paved city streets","quote_3_odi":"10884433","quote_3_text":"MY 2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSET SE MODEL CAR APPLIES THE BRAKES WHILE IN MOTION ON ITS OWN. THIS HAS OCCURRED 6 TIMED OVER THE PAST 7 MONTHS. I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE ON DECEMBER 12 2015","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption from PCV/air-oil separator","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11428166","quote_1_text":"The car burns an excessive amount of oil and the problem seems to be the same as those that VW settled a class action for on it’s early year model of the same car","quote_2_odi":"11513039","quote_2_text":"On November 11, 2022, the Byers VW in Columbus, OH, diagnosed my vehicle as having a defective crank case breather, which cases the oil to be burned off","quote_3_odi":"11312133","quote_3_text":"OIL CONSUMPTION PROBLEM. MY CAR KEEPS BURNING THROUGH OIL. NO SIGNS OF LEAKS EITHER. IT HAS ALREADY BEEN INSPECTED FOR LEAKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-engine-failure-stall","label":"Engine failure or stall requiring major repair","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11101452","quote_1_text":"ON MAY 21, 2018, I WAS DRIVING TO WORK. I STOPPED AT A GAS STATION, AND WHEN I WENT TO LEAVE MY CAR DIED. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO QUIRK VW IN MANCHESTER, NH AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE ENGINE WAS BLOWN","quote_2_odi":"11109848","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING AND WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE","quote_3_odi":"11659401","quote_3_text":"Timing chain going out before 1000 miles in a 2016 VW Passat TSI","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-headlight-exterior-lighting","label":"Headlight dimming and housing malfunction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11302726","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRICAL HOUSING FOR HEADLIGHT MELTDOWN CREATING POSSIBLY RISK OF FIRES","quote_2_odi":"11184477","quote_2_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS GO VERY DIM 2 SECONDS AFTER THEY ARE TURNED ON. IT'S VERY DANGEROUS BECAUSE YOU CANT SEE ANYTHING MORE THAN 3 INCHES IN FRONT OF YOU","quote_3_odi":"11297751","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS BY OTHER DRIVERS THAT THE REAR BRAKE TAIL LIGHTS WERE DIM AND NOT SUFFICIENT FOR VEHICLES TO FOLLOW BEHIND THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture outside recall coverage","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11659993","quote_1_text":"During the WV state inspection at my VW dealer for my 2017 Golf Sportswagen, it was determined I had a broken rear spring. Researching the issue, I find VW issued a recall for some 2017 Golf Sportswagens for this very issue, but apparently my car was not included","quote_2_odi":"11528930","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, there was an abnormal thumping sound coming from the rear of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11509969","quote_3_text":"Broken rear coil springs, piece of passenger side rear spring located in assembly, possible road and vehicle hazard. Broken spring is available for inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11184512","quote_1_text":"BODY SEAMS NEAR VEHICLE SUNROOF ARE NOT WELDED PROPERLY - RESULTS IN EXCESSIVE WATER LEAKAGE INTO THE CAR AND FOGGING INSIDE THE CAR AT ALL TIMES THAT OBSTRUCTS VISIBILITY","quote_2_odi":"11338528","quote_2_text":"LEAKY SUNROOF TO DO INCORRECT REWORK IN PRODUCTION OF THE WELDING POINTS OF THE SUNROOF FRAME AREA. SPOT WELDS AROUND THE PERIMETER OF THE SUNROOF OPENING MAY BE TOO LARGE.*","quote_3_odi":"11175989","quote_3_text":"MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF HAS HAD AN ISSUE WITH WATER INTRUSION. DECEMBER OF 2017 I TOOK THE CAR INTO VW OF POHANKA, MARYLAN. THEY REPLACED THE HEADLINER, DRAINAGE TUBES, AND SMOOTHED OUT THE WELDS TO TRY AND FIX THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-epc-turbo-power-loss","label":"EPC light and turbo wastegate power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11579405","quote_1_text":"Turbo Wastegate actuator rod/flap failure/seizure. VW dealership & Independent service center both diagnosed the issue as a seized wastegate actuator flap/rod. This is due to poor design and is a common issue on all 2015-2020 VW/Audi 1.8l TSI engines","quote_2_odi":"11635575","quote_2_text":"I've been experiencing a recurring issue with my vehicle where the EPC light frequently activates. When this happens, the car significantly reduces its speed, making it difficult to drive safely","quote_3_odi":"11025155","quote_3_text":"THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED TWICE, MOST RECENTLY TODAY. CAR DOES NOT TURN ON, AND EPC AND ENGINE LIGHT FLASH. THE FIRST TIME THIS OCCURRED ON 9/917, I CALLED A TOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11527665","quote_1_text":"Sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving down the highway. No collision or impact. Sounded like a gunshot. Had to immediately pull over, remove all of the glass in order to drive it at all","quote_2_odi":"11197072","quote_2_text":"FRONT PANEL OF SUNROOF SHATTERED ON TOP OF DRIVER'S HEAD WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. THE TOP OF THE ROOF WAS PROTECTED BY A THULE CARGO CARRIER (EMPTY) SO IT COULDN'T HAVE BEEN HIT BY A FOREIGN OBJECT ON THE OUTSIDE","quote_3_odi":"11328045","quote_3_text":"SUN ROOF EXPLODED AND SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING ON OPEN ROAD WITH NO OTHER CARS AROUND AND NOT UNDER ANY TREES, ETC SO WAS NOT STRUCK BY ANYTHING BUT EXPLODED AND TOTALLY SHATTERED. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11576160","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel \"Clock Spring\" has failed at 76,000 miles. Heard an clicking sound when turning leading up to issue, then a POP sound. Airbags, horn, cruise control, and other wheel controls all dead","quote_2_odi":"11477257","quote_2_text":"Airbags, horn, cruise control and all other functions related to the steering wheel suddenly stopped working. Volkswagen has diagnosed the clock spring is defective and needs to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11375741","quote_3_text":"FAILED CLOCKSPRING AT 37500 MILES AND NOT OFFERED WARRANTY REPLACEMENT..I CAN PROVIDE DEALER SERVICE RECORD IF NEEDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-sudden-acceleration-parking","label":"Sudden acceleration while parking causes crash","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11528148","quote_1_text":"I was parking my car with my foot on the brake when suddenly the car just took off and crashed into a building ---- WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE!! I think it was a sudden unintentional acceleration where the electrical something in the engine","quote_2_odi":"11502973","quote_2_text":"I was parking my car with my foot firmly on the brake when suddenly the car surged out of control and very fast crashed in to a building. I was bruised and cut with chest pains, but the worst of it is that I lost my driver's license because of the accident","quote_3_odi":"11436027","quote_3_text":"I was parking the car with my foot firmly on the brake when my car just took off fast and crashed into a building. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. I was bruised and cut in several places and I have had recurring chest pains","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank pump leaking gasoline","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11606993","quote_1_text":"When fueling the car at the gas station, the gas pump would shut off, almost immediately and the little fuel would gush out of the tank. We are unable to fuel the car. Repeated several times, but unable to fuel the car","quote_2_odi":"11482153","quote_2_text":"Driving south on GA Hwy. 21 on 8.28.22 the vehicle began leaking gas from the left rear. There were no warning lamps or messages showing. My husband was following in another vehicle is the only way I found out","quote_3_odi":"11593720","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V110000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2017-brake-caliper-fluid-leak","label":"Brake system leaks and component failures","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11102235","quote_1_text":"LEAKS BRAKE FLUID. PURCHASE SATURDAY EVENING, SUNDAY MORNING NEED A CAN OF FLUID, SUNDAY AFTER NOON REPEAT. BAD LEAK","quote_2_odi":"11191463","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT BRAKES MADE A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE","quote_3_odi":"11433435","quote_3_text":"ABS Wheel Speed Sensors have failed on 3 different wheels in the 28.200 miles the car has been operated since new","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2017-tire-wheel-failure","label":"Tire and wheel failure while driving","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10984290","quote_1_text":"I BOUGHT THE CAR NEW JAN 10 2017. I HAVE PUT 1500 MILES ON IT AS OF 5/8/17. TODAY AT A STOP LIGHT WHILE WAITING FOR THE LIGHT OR CHANGE, THE TIRE EXPLODED I FELT TH CAR MOVE OR WIGGLE, LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON","quote_2_odi":"11385567","quote_2_text":"THIS PAST SUNDAY, MY SON WAS DRIVING ON 95 AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL EXPLODED OFF THE CAR WHILE DRIVING. HE DID NOT HIT ANYTHING, NOR DID HE GET A FLAT TIRE","quote_3_odi":"11476440","quote_3_text":"These tires were on 2017 VW passat on 19” aftermarket wheels driven by my son. Previous tires of different brand had flats on passenger side one month earlier","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2017-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11470630","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, there was an abnormally loud popping sound coming from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11373592","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A RURAL ROAD AT ABOUT 50 MPH A LOUD POP WAS HEARD AND THEN THE SUNROOF SHATTERED WITH GLASS FALLING INTO THE FRONT SEAT OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10971933","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED WITH NO IMPACT WHILE CAR WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2017-clock-spring-airbag-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disables airbag and steering controls","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11573880","quote_1_text":"Clock spring has failed 5 times within a year. The first clock spring replacement failed two weeks after the repair","quote_2_odi":"11434295","quote_2_text":"Initially heard clicking sound while turning the vehicle followed by airbag warning light. Then noticed driver assistant system not available warning, loss of horn, cruise control, automatic braking, and lane departure warning","quote_3_odi":"11407999","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER AIRBAG LIGHT WENT ON, THE WHOLE STEERING WHEEL CONTROL STOPPED WORKING AS SOON AS THIS LIGHT WENT ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2017-forward-collision-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11268081","quote_1_text":"THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING (AEB) 'FEATURE' IN MY 2017 VW PASSAT ENGAGED THIS MORNING AT APROX 10:30AM MST, WHEN ACCELERATING ONTO AN EMPTY STREET, AFTER TURNING WESTBOUND ONTO 8TH AVENUE, FROM NORTHBOUND COLORADO BOULEVARD IN DENVER, COLORADO","quote_2_odi":"11415338","quote_2_text":"THE PASSAT AUTONOMOUS BRAKING SYSTEM ENGAGED WHILE DRIVING ON A DIVIDED FOUR-LANE STREET WITH NO TRAFFIC OR OBSTRUCTIONS. LANE ASSIST HAS REPEATEDLY DISABLED ITSELF. PARK ASSIST SENSORS HAVE REPEATEDLY DETECTED OBJECTS EXTREMELY CLOSE WHEN NOTHING IS PRESENT","quote_3_odi":"11233182","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES CLOSE TO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE, THE AUTONOMOUS BRAKING SYSTEM ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE BRAKED SUDDENLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2017-fuel-leak-cabin-odor","label":"Fuel system leak and cabin fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11751998","quote_1_text":"cracks in the fuel pump houisng cauisng vapors and fumes into my car","quote_2_odi":"11473570","quote_2_text":"Fuel pump under the rear passenger side is leaking large amounts of fuel allowing the fumes to build up in the cabin of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11495810","quote_3_text":"Fuel smell in cabin. Diagnosed to be pin hole in high pressure fuel rail. Lucky no explosion or fire from related fuel leak","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-steering-rack-noise","label":"Steering rack noise requiring replacement","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11366143","quote_1_text":"PERSISTENT NOISE WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT, LOUD CLICKING MORE SO WHEN VEHICLE IS STOPPED. VIDEO EVIDENCE PRESENTED TO DEALER AFTER IT HAD BEEN IN TO THE SHOP ONCE BEFORE AND IT WAS DETERMINED FAULTY STEERING RACK,","quote_2_odi":"11430536","quote_2_text":"For the second time since purchase 6/2020 we are taking the car in for suspected steering rack issues. We have already had the steering rack replaced, we have clunking/clicking when turning when we turn the wheel to the left","quote_3_odi":"11403708","quote_3_text":"THE INSPECTION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN DONE CORRECTLY AND IF THE PART BREAKS IT RESULTS IN A LOSS OF STEERING AND A TRAGIC ENDING FOR THE CAR AND DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-gps-navigation","label":"GPS and navigation location inaccuracy","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11577730","quote_1_text":"The GPS system will not work in the vehicle that includes the built in GPS navigation, Apple Maps, Google Maps and WAZE GPS. This is a major safety issue because you cannot drive safely and look at maps","quote_2_odi":"11579757","quote_2_text":"When driving the car the GPS looses its location making it impossible to proceed to a planned destination. It causes you to try to fix the issue while driving and locating a place to pull off the road","quote_3_odi":"11585542","quote_3_text":"I having issues the the CarPlay gps. Only happens with my BW cross sport. The gps 20% of the time will not know where it is. It drifts off from where it is suppose to be","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-hood-latch-cable","label":"Hood latch release cable failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11691685","quote_1_text":"2020 Atlas Cross Sport- hood release cable snapped- known issue. Many complaints online. Needs a recall! Dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11630017","quote_2_text":"August of 2023 the vehicle was taken to Charles Maund VW in Austin Texas due to the hood latch disconnecting/breaking under the hood. November of 2024, just outside the 1 yr warranty period, the hood latch again had become disconnected/broken under the hood","quote_3_odi":"11718465","quote_3_text":"February 2025, just outside the warranty period, the hood latch had become disconnected/broken under the hood. There is a point where the two piece cable is joined under the hood and the cable breaks at this point","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-drl-headlight-failure","label":"Daytime running light premature failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11737656","quote_1_text":"Both day time running lights failed right after warranty expired. This repair requires over 2300$ repair because both entire headlights need to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11731274","quote_2_text":"Premature failure of left drivers side LED Daytime Running Light","quote_3_odi":"11623689","quote_3_text":"Daylight Running Lights (LED stripe) went out but in order to replace it, the whole headlight chassis need to be replaced because it’s embedded as part of the head light chassis instead of by replacing the LED running stripe alone","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-carnet-sos-module","label":"Car-Net SOS module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11556585","quote_1_text":"The ControlNet module throws an error on the dash stating SOS Emergency error. The error cannot be cleared","quote_2_odi":"11570964","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated that when the cellphone was connected to the cellphone port in the vehicle, the connection was inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11648002","quote_3_text":"About a year ago the light of the SOS appear in red and will not reset back to green. The SUV has a warning sign in the dash that does not go off: Error: emergency call function","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-door-harness-brake","label":"Door wiring harness fault causing parking brake engagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11463110","quote_1_text":"2020 VW Atlas Cross Sport. While traveling down the highway (medium speed) the vehicle abruptly threw itself into Park, and E-braked. Thankfully escaped a collision but the outcome could have been much worse. My safety and safety of others was put at risk","quote_2_odi":"11454822","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has a defective driver door harness which causes the vehicle to think the door is open. When this happens the emergency brake engages and all the windows roll down","quote_3_odi":"11383956","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE UPON COMING TO A COMPLETED STOP, VARIOUS FAULT MESSAGES ARE DISPLAYED 'ELECTRONIC BRAKE ERROR/DRIVER CONTACT SWITCH ERROR, START/STOP ERROR'","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light excluded from recall coverage","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11608131","quote_1_text":"There have been wide reports that 2020 atlas cross sports passenger airbag sensors malfunction. My vehicle has experienced this very problem. The airbag warning indicator came up on my dashboard indicating a problem","quote_2_odi":"11613024","quote_2_text":"Air bag light illuminated. VIN number not associated with current air bag recall even though it is exhibiting the very identical problem. Dealer will not acknowledge the recall since the VIN doesn’t show on the recall site","quote_3_odi":"11460027","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V152000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-engine-stall-restart","label":"Engine stall requiring manual restart","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11618215","quote_1_text":"At a stop or slow speed the vehicle stalls. Acted like the start stop feature was engaging. Stalling out crossing lanes of traffic you have to out it in park and restart","quote_2_odi":"11534606","quote_2_text":"While driving at approximately 10-15mph the engine shut off and was forced to come to a stop and restart the engine. The error read \"Engine start/stop error, manually restart engine.\"","quote_3_odi":"11550954","quote_3_text":"The vehicle randomly turns off and a message appears that states manually start the vehicle. It’s not the ECO start and stop system. I researched the Atlas online forum and this is a noted problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2022-radiator-hose-contact","label":"Loose radiator hose contacting serpentine belt","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11472713","quote_1_text":"Clips that hold radiator failed, allowing a coolant hose to come into contact with a pulley, resulting in the immediate and complete loss of coolant","quote_2_odi":"11478096","quote_2_text":"Radiator came loose and cause a catastrophic coolant loss while driving leaving me stranded, a lot of people are having this problem","quote_3_odi":"11487780","quote_3_text":"Low coolant light appeared on dashboard. Radiator assembly had became dislodged and caused a coolant leak. Required immediate pullover on the interstate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2022-shift-knob-detachment","label":"Manual transmission shift knob detaching from shaft","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11491949","quote_1_text":"The manual transmission shift knob has separated from the shift lever multiple times while driving","quote_2_odi":"11513479","quote_2_text":"The shift knob on the gear selector of my manual transmission vehicle broke off while attempting to merge into traffic while shifting into 2nd gear at roughly 10mph, leaving me unable to select a gear","quote_3_odi":"11480304","quote_3_text":"The shift knob on my 2022 VW Golf GTI cracked and broke off while driving at 500 miles. Was very scary as I couldn’t shift while driving at about 40 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2022-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera and infotainment display failures","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11608225","quote_1_text":"Backup camera does not engage when vehicle is put in reverse","quote_2_odi":"11530014","quote_2_text":"Backup camera upon backing up, fails from time to time. The camera will freeze (showing a still image), It can lag (showing a delayed image), It will sometime show no image at all (just a black screen)","quote_3_odi":"11725088","quote_3_text":"- Recurring intermittent failure of the backup camera on this vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11619566","quote_1_text":"Sunroof exploding in the highway at 70mph. No traffic nearby, no rock hit it. It just exploded super loud","quote_2_odi":"11529661","quote_2_text":"The panoramic moonroof in my car exploded while I was driving home. It sounded like a shotgun went off inside my car and if the sun visor would have been open, glass would have fallen on me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2022-travel-assist-steering-sensor","label":"Travel Assist / ACC disabled by steering wheel sensor fault","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11748626","quote_1_text":"Travel assist, the VW system that controls Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Departure Warning, is repeatedly and randomly failing on the 2022 VW GTI","quote_2_odi":"11623719","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact attempted to make a left turn and noticed that the travel assist feature became inoperable. The contact stated that the Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist inadvertently became inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11678436","quote_3_text":"Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2022-drive-power-loss","label":"Loss of drive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11741668","quote_1_text":"What happened: On XXX at approximately 6:49 PM, shortly after departing, the vehicle displayed error and warning messages, entered neutral, and would not engage Drive or Regenerative Brake mode","quote_2_odi":"11521085","quote_2_text":"I was driving in stop-and-go traffic on 5/3/23 and when I released my foot from the brake to gentle accelerate when traffic ahead of me moved, many error messages flashed on the dashboard and the vehicle did not move","quote_3_odi":"11590449","quote_3_text":"The Marin Volkswagen dealer informs me that the JX4 electric drive motor, control electronics 2 and high voltage control module on my 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 all failed and need to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2022-door-handle-lock-failure","label":"Door handle and lock failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11590036","quote_1_text":"While driving on highway, the driver side door opened with no user input. This happened twice. Once before the handle water ingress recall, and another incidence after the first recall was fixed","quote_2_odi":"11570481","quote_2_text":"Despite multiple recalls, VW is unable to address door handle problem where doors sporadically will not open from inside or outside. I have gone to the dealership multiple times to report the problem and they are not able to address","quote_3_odi":"11515995","quote_3_text":"The driver's door latch stopped working intermittently and then totally, so that to get to the driver's seat required entering from the passenger door","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2022-oem-tire-tread-chunking","label":"Tread chunking on OEM tires","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11555078","quote_1_text":"Both front tires (Bridgestone Alenza Sport A/S Size 235/55R19 105T) exhibit rubber peeling where chunks of rubber fall off the tire after only about 1.25 year of driving and approximately 15,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11607333","quote_2_text":"I recently did a 20,000 miles service on my vehicle and was told the Bridgestone Alenza tires I have on the vehicle are at a level unsafe to drive - under 3/32","quote_3_odi":"11624181","quote_3_text":"My vehicle is at 30k miles and the front 2 tires are showing signs of a huge tire quality issue. They are Bridgestone Alenza tires","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2022-low-speed-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration at low speed while parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11646763","quote_1_text":"I was turning into a parking spot in front of the entry doors to a Sheetz convenience store. I was slowing down, and had gotten halfway into the space. All of a sudden, the car surged forward, went over the curb and hit the bollard in front of the parking space","quote_2_odi":"11544772","quote_2_text":"Two days ago I was pulling into a parking spot in a shopping center. The car suddenly accelerated forward and I hit a concrete parking block. This is the third time over the past 7 months that this has occurred, where the car suddenly accelerates when in a low speed","quote_3_odi":"11605013","quote_3_text":"Vehicle suffers from unintended and sudden acceleration when the \"resume' capacitive touch button is accidentally brushed against","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2022-display-blackout-reboot","label":"Instrument panel and infotainment display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11618604","quote_1_text":"The dashboard and user interface for the vehicle resets, crashes, reboots, crashes and reboots while driving constantly. The dash and entire console is affected","quote_2_odi":"11610908","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the main instrument panel screen shut off. The contact restarted the vehicle and the instrument panel screen started working as designed","quote_3_odi":"11519019","quote_3_text":"My instrument cluster and infotainment system went black while driving. This means that I had no access to my speedometer, which I believe is a safety issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2022-adas-forward-collision-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11536464","quote_1_text":"I was slowly backing out of my garage. The car braked harshly and automatically. It was so hard, despite my slow speed, that I got whiplash in my neck. The automatic system probably falsely determined that I was about to hit something","quote_2_odi":"11592041","quote_2_text":"Adaptive cruise control failed to recognize the object in my lane. It failed to reduced the speed, it failed to initiate automatic brake system, and it failed to warned the driver of the object","quote_3_odi":"11509206","quote_3_text":"While driving on the highway at night in good conditions there were suddenly a large number error warning messages stating that the ADAS functions were no longer working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2016-thermostat-housing-leak","label":"Thermostat housing coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11509371","quote_1_text":"The vehicle overheated during normal driving. The car advised the driver to stop immediately. The car was inspected later the same day by a VW dealer service department that determined the water pump and thermostat housing required replacement. Estimated cost is $1400","quote_2_odi":"11423690","quote_2_text":"The thermostat housing and water pump are leaking due to a known manufacturing defect. I had the water pump and thermostat housing replaced around 65,000 miles from an independent Volkswagen mechanic. He informed me that it appears the water pump had been replaced prior to my","quote_3_odi":"11452318","quote_3_text":"At 49,086, our 2016 Volkswagen Golf developed a leak in the thermostat assembly housing. The Volkswagen dealership, Elk Grove Volkswagen in Elk Grove, CA, strongly recommended the replacement of the thermostat assembly housing which included replacement of the thermostat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2016-panoramic-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11234534","quote_1_text":"SUNROOF FRAME LEAKS WATER INTO THE CAR. THE WATER DRIPS ON TO THE CENTER CONSOLE HARDWARE/ELECTRONICS AND HARDWARE/ELECTRONICS LOCATED ON THE WINDSHIELD. THE LEAK IS A KNOWN DEFECT FOR VW GOLF 2016, AS VW PREVIOUSLY SENT OUT A RECALL FOR THE SUNROOF FRAME. THE LEAK OCCURS AFTER","quote_2_odi":"11376865","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF LEAKS INTO HEADLINER AND DOWN THE SIDE PILLARS. OCCURS WHEN STATIONARY AND IN MOTION DURING PERIODS OF EXTENDED RAIN. RESULTS IN DAMAGE TO ELECTRONICS, SOUND SYSTEM AND FABRIC/BODY COMPONENTS","quote_3_odi":"11270298","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF DRAIN REINFORCEMENT STEEL HAS DEVELOPED STRESS CRACKS. WHICH HAS LET WATER LEAK INSIDE VEHICLE, ONTO HEADLINER AND DOWN A-PILLARS SATURATING FRONT SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS MAKING THEM DEFECTIVE. VEHICLE CAN BE STATIONARY OR OPERATED, IT WILL LEAK EITHER WAY. VOLKSWAGEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2016-fuel-tank-suction-pump-leak","label":"Fuel tank suction jet pump leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11433810","quote_1_text":"Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. \"Volkswagen\" is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions","quote_2_odi":"11517819","quote_2_text":"Fuel was found to be leaking from the rear passenger side wheel well. A secondary flame source could cause a significant fire risk. Issue is being investigated by local VW dealer. There are no warning lamps or messages prior to the failure. Dealer recommends a replacement of the","quote_3_odi":"11571071","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was an abnormally strong gasoline odor in the cabin of the vehicle. The contact drove to the residence and became aware that there was a puddle of gasoline under the passenger’s","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2016-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11099933","quote_1_text":"DESPITE A 2015 RECALL, 2016 GOLFS ARE STILL BEING AFFECTED BY FAULTY CLOCK SPRING SETUPS AND A LACK OF SOME TYPE OF COVER THAT IS PREVENTING DEBRIS FROM GETTING INSIDE AND BREAKING THEM. WHILE DRIVING THE CAR, THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT WENT ON. I THEN NOTICED THAT NONE OF THE","quote_2_odi":"11110420","quote_2_text":"THE CLOCK SPRING ON MY CAR WENT BAD AFTER 46,000 MILES. MAKES AIRBAG UNUSEABLE AND STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS DO NOT WORK EITHER","quote_3_odi":"11383440","quote_3_text":"ALL STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS INOPERATIVE. THIS INCLUDES AIRBAG, HORN, CRUISE CONTROL, RADIO CONTROLS, ETC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2016-epc-light-power-loss","label":"EPC light with stutter and loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11469525","quote_1_text":"EPC light comes on whenever turbo is engages, loss of power (no turbo). EPC light goes off when car is restarted, back on after a few minutes of driving. Error codes indicate turbo issues. Vehicle has 40K odometer mikes. Chat forums have numerous similar reports from other","quote_2_odi":"10885240","quote_2_text":"TWO PRIMARY PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR AT THIS TIME: 1. EPC (ENGINE POWER CONTROL) LIGHT COMES ON FREQUENTLY WHILE DRIVING AT STREET AND FREEWAY SPEEDS. WHEN THE LIGHT COMES ON THE CAR JERKS FORWARD AND RIDES ROUGH. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THIS CAR AND IT NOT RUNNING","quote_3_odi":"11688624","quote_3_text":"The EPC light has luminated 3 times in the last several months. The vehicle stutters and will not accelerate past 25 MPH. Shutting off the engine and restarting it clears the light and vehicle drives normally. The check engine light does not illuminate and no OBDII codes are","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11513041","quote_1_text":"The sunroof/moonroof glass shattered while my daughter was driving on the highway, causing glass to fall down on her while driving. She stated that it sounded like a gunshot, then glass was breaking while driving. She was upset and crying, which could easily have caused an","quote_2_odi":"11484936","quote_2_text":"Front portion of panoramic sunroof shattered-sounded like an explosion. Had the fabric sunscreen not been in place, vehicle occupants would have been severely cut by glass shards. The vehicle has not been inspected by dealer, repair facility, law enforcement or insurance. This","quote_3_odi":"10957453","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY DURING RUSH HOUR THE SUNROOF SPONTANESOUSLY SHATTERED. THE SUNROOF WAS CLOSED AND THE CLOTH SHIELD WAS TUCKED AWAY. IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT AND DEAFENED MY EARS FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES. I THOUGHT SOMEONE FIRED A GUN OR A NEARBY CAR GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-panoramic-sunroof-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak into cabin","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11618322","quote_1_text":"The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan has a problem with the sunroof leaking and floors being filled with puddles of water in entire car. This have caused the water to cause electrical problems with the vehicle as well as meadow and mold","quote_2_odi":"11561070","quote_2_text":"Leaking panoramic sunroof only when it rains. I have taken it for the 5th time and you can’t drive it in the morning or when any condensation comes inside because u can’t see out of the windows at all. It smells awful and it’s a lot of water! It has ruined the touchscreen . I","quote_3_odi":"11424295","quote_3_text":"Unknown Water leaking from sunroof affecting the electrical components and now sunroof won’t open or close at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11478192","quote_1_text":"I have taken my 2016 VW Tiguan to a VW service center, and they have notified me of a faulty water pump in my car that is leaking coolant. This is endangering the engine of the car and its safety. There has been a class action lawsuit regarding this exact issue with VW in the","quote_2_odi":"11458965","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan has only 49,000 and the water pumps went bad already never heard of this I brought many cars and never had any problems with water pumps especially so soon. I couldn’t drive for days because water pumps are so expensive and my is more than 30 mile away","quote_3_odi":"11494260","quote_3_text":"I had a coolant leak and needed to replace the water pump. My control arms were corroded out at 67k miles and needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-intake-manifold-carbon","label":"Intake manifold failure from carbon buildup","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11397026","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN INTAKE MANIFOLD FAILURE AND REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. THIS IS A WIDELY KNOWN AND DOCUMENTED ISSUE WITH OLDER VERSION VW INTAKE MANIFOLDS. THERE IS ALSO AN EXTENDED WARRANTY APPLIED TO VW INTAKE MANIFOLDS WHICH I HAVE ADDED AS A DOCUMENT BELOW. VW CLAIMS","quote_2_odi":"11180601","quote_2_text":"CODE P2015 PROBLEM IN INTAKE MANIFOLD. REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. VOLKSWAGEN HAS EXTENDED THE WARRANTY FOR PREVIOUS YEAR MODELS WITH THIS EXACT PROBLEM AND ARE REFUSING TO EXTEND THE WARRANTY FOR THE 2016 TIGUAN","quote_3_odi":"11674768","quote_3_text":"Subject: Known Carbon Buildup Issue in 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan TSI – Request for Recall and Accountability To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally express my concern and request action regarding a well-documented and dangerous issue affecting Volkswagen TSI","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-clockspring-airbag-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11510370","quote_1_text":"Steering Wheel Clock Spring has gone out on my VW Tiguan, driver air bag is on which means the airbag wont come if we get in a accident. Pressure light is on as well. This will be the 3rd Steering Wheel Clock Spring installed","quote_2_odi":"11460345","quote_2_text":"Volkswagen dealer diagnosed my car with a failed clockspring in October of 2021, which results in a failed driver's airbag, no horn, and failed steering wheel control buttons. Volkswagen currently has this part on backorder with no ETA and there are 3000 customers without this","quote_3_odi":"11065262","quote_3_text":"WHEN PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, I HEARD A TEARING SOUND COMING FROM MY STEERING WHEEL. FOLLOWING THE NOISE, MY AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. THE AIRBAG IS DEACTIVATED PER THE OWNERS MANUAL AND WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY IN AN ACCIDENT. I REALIZED LATER ON IN MY DRIVE THAT THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist failure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11695657","quote_1_text":"I’ll be driving for 2-10 minutes and power steering cuts out. Wheel will jerk a little and alarm will sound with the alert light remaining red through remainder of drive. Sometimes it will not work at all while driving, but I’ve found the it usually works for the first few","quote_2_odi":"11171173","quote_2_text":"WHILE IN THE MIDDLE A A 5 WAY BOSTON INTERSECTION MY POWER STEERING FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND I WAS UNABLE TO DIRECT MY CAR IN BUSY TRAFFIC. I WAS ABLE TO REMAIN CALM AND TURN ON HAZARD LIGHTS TO GET MYSELF OUT OF HARMS WAY, BUT WAS EXTREMELY LUCKY. THE STEERING LIGHT CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"11205905","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY AND TURNING ONTO THE STREET WHEN THE STEERING FAILED COMPLETELY AND I WAS UNABLE TO DIRECT MY CAR. TO AVOID BLOCKING TRAFFIC I HAD TO PULL INTO MY NEIGHBORS FRONT YARD. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND AROUND OTHER CARS WHEN I LOST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and oil pan leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11749882","quote_1_text":"* Purchase Date: January 23, 2016 * Current Mileage: Approximately 71,500 miles For the past several months, my vehicle has experienced continuous engine oil loss. The oil level drops approximately one gallon every two months, and the engine oil warning light has illuminated on","quote_2_odi":"11504781","quote_2_text":"Oil consumption issue. “Normal” oil consumption is 1 quart per 1200 miles according to VW. My Tiguan with 70k miles is burning 3 quarts every 2,000 miles. No obvious oil leak or burning of oil. I’m told I need a new engine and this is a known issue for VW. Car no longer under","quote_3_odi":"11566020","quote_3_text":"I bought a 2016 VW Tiguan in 2019 from the Audi Rockville dealership. Recently I had an oil leak issue that requires a substantial repair. I first took it to a certified VW mechanic, Ourisman VW of Rockville, and they diagnosed the issue to be a 4,109.19 dollar repair. Following","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-keyless-ignition-rollaway","label":"Vehicle rollaway after keyless ignition shutdown","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11267054","quote_1_text":"I PARKED MY VEHICLE IN THE YMCA PARKING . I TURNED OFF THE PUSH BUTTON KEYLESS ENTRY.I EXITED THE VEHICLE AND LOCKED THE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM AND ENTERED THE YMCA. I COMPLETED MY BUSINESS AND EXITED THE Y APPROXIMATELY 3 MINUTES LATER. MY VEHICLE HAD ROLLED LEFT STRIKING THE","quote_2_odi":"11222025","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WAS SHUT DOWN BY KEYLESS IGNITION AND THE FOB WAS REMOVED WHEN I ENTERED A BUILDING. AFTER 15 MINUTES IT ROLLED AWAY AND HIT A SCULPTURE AND ROLLED OVER. I AS THE DRIVER FAILED TO PLACE THE TRANSMISSION IN PARK OR SOMEONE TAMPERED WITH THE CAR AS SOMEONE WAS SPOTTED IN","quote_3_odi":"11254567","quote_3_text":"CAR DOES NOT GIVE WARNING IF THE CAR IS NOT IN PARK SO IT ROLLED DOWN MY DRIVE INTIO THE STREET. HIT NEIGHBORS FENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY PARKED IN MY DRIVE THE ENGINE WAS OFFF. I REMOVE ITEMS THE CAR AND IT WAS NOT MOVING WENT INSIDE TO GET MY DOG CAME OUT AND MY CAR WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2017-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump and coolant system failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11728157","quote_1_text":"On December 3, 2025, Volkswagen of XXX performed an intake manifold recall repair on our 2017 Tiguan (VIN: [XXX] ) while the vehicle was under factory warranty. Approximately six weeks later the low coolant warning light appeared and the vehicle began actively leaking coolant","quote_2_odi":"11487998","quote_2_text":"Faulty water pump caused expansive replacement cost aprx $1400.00. Learned from certified mechanic that it was a common problem and a lawsuit is in process against VW USA","quote_3_odi":"11484947","quote_3_text":"June 2022- the Thermostat housing and water pump gave out for no reason. The Control Arms Brushes had to also be replaced which should have lasted for at least 80,000 miles. At the time my automobile had only 48,000 miles as a 2017 Tiguan","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2017-clock-spring-airbag-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11745250","quote_1_text":"No crash or incident occurred. While starting the vehicle normally, the airbag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed fault code P0588 — driver side airbag igniter at resistance limit","quote_2_odi":"11474405","quote_2_text":"I have had my clock spring replaced in my 2017 VW Tiguan 3 times and it continues to break. I have had a clock spring on \"order\" since December 2021 and the VW dealership cannot fix my car","quote_3_odi":"11462631","quote_3_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while his daughter was driving at various speeds and turning the steering wheel, the steering wheel emitted abnormal sounds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2017-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11680342","quote_1_text":"During a collision in which my vehicle was struck by another driver, the airbag warning light activated, my seatbelt locked in place, and white smoke with a strong electrical smell filled the cabin. No airbags deployed (frontal or side)","quote_2_odi":"11306689","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE CONTACT HIT A POT HOLE, LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. ALL AIRBAGS DEPLOYED ACCEPT THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE","quote_3_odi":"11652619","quote_3_text":"My [XXX] daughter was a front seat passenger in her friend‘s car the 2017 Tiguan when the driver swerved to avoid another car and struck a pole. The damage was primarily on the front passenger side of the car. My daughter hit the windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2017-power-steering-rack-failure","label":"Power steering loss from steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11693994","quote_1_text":"Steering rack and pinion, yes. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? There is no power steering and unable to make a quick turn to maneuver the car around a potential hazard in the road","quote_2_odi":"11647835","quote_2_text":"Power Steering assist is completely disabled. No power steering. Intermittent problem increasing in frequency. Diagnosed as defective rack'n'pinion steering gear and related electrical components","quote_3_odi":"11545507","quote_3_text":"Steering column locks upon start up. The light is red on the dashboard. You can not power steer the car thus making the car unusable. The code that comes up is to replace the steering rack","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2017-engine-stall-timing-chain","label":"Engine stall and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11096358","quote_1_text":"MY 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN HAS 19,000 MILES ON IT. I JUST BOUGHT IT FROM A HONDA DEALERSHIP (SINGLE OWNER, LEASED) BODY IS IN LIKE NEW SHAPE. THE CAR HAS STALLED ON WHILE DRIVING 6 TIMES TOTAL, ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11482976","quote_2_text":"I was driving vehicle and it began to stall. I was a block away from home and made it home turned it off. When I tried to turn it on it would not start. I had it towed where I was told that the engine was BLOWN at no fault of my own. At 119000","quote_3_odi":"11473741","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact was unable restart the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2016-shift-lever-acceleration-recall","label":"Shift lever and ECM recall acceleration issues","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11697790","quote_1_text":"On October 21st I had a recall performed at Evansville D- Patrick for a 37M2 shift lever micro switch. Today Nov 5th I was leaving work, pulling out of the drive onto highway and once I got on the road the car lost motion and just rolled","quote_2_odi":"11360954","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN NOVEMBER OF 2019 ON MY 2016 VW BEETLE INVOLVING A BUILD UP OF SILICATE ON THE SHIFT LEVER MICRO SWITCH","quote_3_odi":"11153809","quote_3_text":"CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ECM SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE MOVING FROM A STOP THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2016-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck in switch","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11444938","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING AND KEPT RUNNING WITH KEY TURNED OFF, AND THE KEY COULD NOT BE REMOVED EITHER","quote_2_odi":"11251906","quote_2_text":"IGINTION KEY STUCK IN ON POSITION AND COULD NOT TURN OFF VEHICLE. WAS PARKED AT SHOPPING CENTER","quote_3_odi":"11118153","quote_3_text":"KEY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION AND I CANNOT TURN OFF THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2016-suspension-tire-failures","label":"Suspension and tire failures","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11374263","quote_1_text":"TIRES ARE CRACKING ON THE SIDEWALLS AS WELL AS ON THE TREAD AREA. THIS SEEMS TO BE AN ONGOING PROBLEM AS THEY HAVE BEEN REPLACED PREVIOUSLY AND THE SAME PROBLEM IS OCCURRING AGAIN. IT APPEARS THE RUBBER IS DRYING OUT, HARDENING, AND SPLITTING","quote_2_odi":"11231379","quote_2_text":"THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT AHEAD AT 40 MPH. HANKOOK TIRES. NOTHING WAS STRUCK AND THE TIRES HAD NO PREVIOUS DAMAGE. SMOOTH CITY STREET","quote_3_odi":"11279374","quote_3_text":"I HEARD A LOUD METAL CLANG IN THE FRONT OF MY CAR WHEN I WAS BACKING UP IN MY DRIVEWAY. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND THE TECH PERFORMED INSPECTION AND FOUND DRIVER FRONT SPRING BROKEN AND BEARING DROPPED TO MIDDLE OF STRUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2016-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11548958","quote_1_text":"The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling resulting in serious injury or death","quote_2_odi":"11531712","quote_2_text":"Airbag recall program instituted January 2023. Vehicle is still not repaired by Volkswagen; awaiting go ahead and scheduling. Vehicle is dangerous to drive until repair is made","quote_3_odi":"11551351","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2016-abs-warning-light-faults","label":"ABS and warning light system faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11746396","quote_1_text":"ABS module is defective. This results in numerous warning lights, including abs, traction control, airbags, tire pressure warning, check engine light, epc light, and speed control usability. I have no working abs, seat belt, or traction control, which is a safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11266507","quote_2_text":"STARTED THE CAR AND HAD WORMING LIGHTS ON. IT DID IT BEFORE A COUPLE DAYS AGO BUT WENT OUT. THIS TIME THE LIGHTS WON'T GO OFF AND WON'T GO OVER 20 MPH. THE ABS LIGHT,STABILITY LIGHT AND AIR BAG LIGHTS AND TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT ARE ON","quote_3_odi":"10945761","quote_3_text":"THE DEALERSHIP STATES THE RIGHT FRONT ABS HARNESS CAME OFF FIRST AND RUBBED THROUGH CAUSING A BUNCH OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THEY STATES THE ABS HARNESS CAME OFF BECAUSE THE HARNESS BRACKET WAS BENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-rear-brake-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11736753","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding premature and dangerous rear brake pad and rotor wear on my 2021 Volkswagen Jetta, purchased new in March 2022. At approximately 25,000 miles — well below any reasonable expectation of normal brake wear — I was informed by a service","quote_2_odi":"11684685","quote_2_text":"The rear brake pads on my 2021 Volkswagen Jetta have worn out prematurely twice by 20,000 miles. The first replacement occurred at only 8,006 miles in April 2023. At that time, Volkswagen acknowledged the problem and provided “goodwill” coverage of 50% since my vehicle was only","quote_3_odi":"11557047","quote_3_text":"I do not feel safe with my Vehicle. I purchased new and at 16,550 Miles it needed new rear rotors and pads. Again at 38417 it needed new rotors and pads. I drive the car softly and am not heavy on the brakes. This seems to be a known issue and the dealership says I should be","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-evap-check-engine-light","label":"Evaporative emissions system fault and check engine light","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11658303","quote_1_text":"Starting in 2022 at 16,000 miles this vehicle has been to dealership 8 times for check engine light related to the EVAP. Multiple repairs have been done and still same issue. VW does not seem interested in properly addressing this problem","quote_2_odi":"11497923","quote_2_text":"I have been having issues with the EVAP system in my 2021 VW Jetta. It has been in the shop at least 7 times since around 12K miles for the same issue. They have replaced all parts and upgraded the software several times and it is still an issue. My check engine light comes on","quote_3_odi":"11642859","quote_3_text":"From there vehicle emissions valve failed, N80 valve, electronic module and now fuel injection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock and latch actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11646369","quote_1_text":"Door stopped opening from handle from outside after unlocking with remote only opens from inside door handle","quote_2_odi":"11646371","quote_2_text":"Driver door lock actuator motier lock sticking not opening from outside have to open from inside handle after unlocking with the remote","quote_3_odi":"11592640","quote_3_text":"Front passenger door latch/actuator failed and door will not lock with inside door lock, key fob, or upon auto-lock activation at 10 mph. Rear passenger door is also intermittently not locking with auto-lock feature and/or key fob. Driver side is also making an abnormal sound","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and front glass panel spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11700262","quote_1_text":"While driving home from work last night, I heard a loud noise that sounded like a gun going off right in the passenger compartment of my Jetta. A lot of wind noise followed. I thought initially that a tire might have blown out, but it was the car’s sunroof that had spontaneously","quote_2_odi":"11570340","quote_2_text":"I was driving from Alabama to Atlanta [XXX]. Pouring rain but no hail, no thunder nor lighting. I was not around nor under an overpass and my sunroof spontaneously shatters. I just bought this vehicle 2 weeks ago at Carmax. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF","quote_3_odi":"11523430","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof exploded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11750281","quote_1_text":"While traveling at the posted speed limit and approaching a signalized intersection, I attempted to brake for stopped traffic ahead. The vehicle did not decelerate as expected, and the automatic emergency braking/forward collision mitigation system did not activate or provide","quote_2_odi":"11632476","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with adaptive cruise control on, the vehicle inadvertently applied the brakes completely bringing the vehicle to a complete stop in the middle of the roadway, after which the vehicle then shifted into the parked","quote_3_odi":"11469540","quote_3_text":"The car suddenly warned and stopped abruptly while we were traveling over a steel plate on the road. There were no other hazards in the road and no other cars in front of us in our lane (there were cars oncoming in the opposite traffic lane, but none had crossed over into ours)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Unexpected loss of engine power or stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11744747","quote_1_text":"EPC light comes on and vehicle starts losing power while driving, you lose all acceleration. Check engine light has also illuminated I have taken in to have repairs done on this same issue 4 times in a span of owing this car for 7 months, this vehicle has become unreliable and a","quote_2_odi":"11451329","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure","quote_3_odi":"11507553","quote_3_text":"The car would not turn on while using the start/stop feature on three different occasions. Once at a stop sign when I wanted to reverse to make sure I was not pulled out too far into an intersection. I was stuck and could not get out of the way of a car coming. Each time I had","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-parking-brake-hillhold","label":"Electronic parking brake and hill-hold unexpected engagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11676370","quote_1_text":"On steep hills the car automatically holds the brake for a predetermined amount of time, I believe 2.5 to 3 sec. I have a manual transmission car and when its time to move the brake assist won't release no matter what until the time interval is satisfied. The problem this","quote_2_odi":"11525306","quote_2_text":"Hill Assist system creates dangerous situations because it prevents me from moving right away while pulling out in traffic or in front of traffic lights, out of parking garages and stop signs. Hill Assist system often stalls the engine due to holding brakes engaged for an","quote_3_odi":"11612485","quote_3_text":"As you park the car the EPB faulty parking brake engages without being told to engage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-premature-rear-brake-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11736753","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding premature and dangerous rear brake pad and rotor wear on my 2021 Volkswagen Jetta, purchased new in March 2022","quote_2_odi":"11569006","quote_2_text":"I purchased my vehicle brand new from VW. My vehicle only has just over 33,000 miles on it. After hearing a grinding noise in the rear brakes I took it to Les Shwab to have the brakes inspected along with a tire rotation","quote_3_odi":"11577968","quote_3_text":"My 2021 VW Jetta at 8 months old with 21305 miles had a grinding noise in the rear. Took it to the dealer Aug 9 2022 and was told the rear brakes and rotors needed to be replaced at my cost. I informed them I thought this was way too early to have to pay for brakes and that","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-evap-check-engine-light","label":"EVAP system faults triggering check engine light","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11497923","quote_1_text":"I have been having issues with the EVAP system in my 2021 VW Jetta. It has been in the shop at least 7 times since around 12K miles for the same issue. They have replaced all parts and upgraded the software several times and it is still an issue","quote_2_odi":"11658303","quote_2_text":"Starting in 2022 at 16,000 miles this vehicle has been to dealership 8 times for check engine light related to the EVAP. Multiple repairs have been done and still same issue","quote_3_odi":"11498096","quote_3_text":"I have driven my 2021 VW Jetta about 56,000 miles. Literally the whole time I have owned this car the check engine light has been on for an evaporative emissions issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-door-latch-actuator-failure","label":"Door latch or lock actuator failure, will not open or lock","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11646369","quote_1_text":"Door stopped opening from handle from outside after unlocking with remote only opens from inside door handle","quote_2_odi":"11592640","quote_2_text":"Front passenger door latch/actuator failed and door will not lock with inside door lock, key fob, or upon auto-lock activation at 10 mph","quote_3_odi":"11646371","quote_3_text":"Driver door lock actuator motier lock sticking not opening from outside have to open from inside handle after unlocking with the remote","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneously shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11700262","quote_1_text":"While driving home from work last night, I heard a loud noise that sounded like a gun going off right in the passenger compartment of my Jetta. A lot of wind noise followed. I thought initially that a tire might have blown out, but it was the car’s sunroof that had spontaneously","quote_2_odi":"11570340","quote_2_text":"I was driving from Alabama to Atlanta [XXX]. Pouring rain but no hail, no thunder nor lighting. I was not around nor under an overpass and my sunroof spontaneously shatters","quote_3_odi":"11523430","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof exploded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-driver-assist-malfunction","label":"Adaptive cruise, lane keep, and collision system faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11632476","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with adaptive cruise control on, the vehicle inadvertently applied the brakes completely bringing the vehicle to a complete stop in the middle of the roadway, after which the vehicle then shifted into the parked","quote_2_odi":"11605476","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds in a designated lane, several messages advising that the vehicle was out of the lane were displayed. The vehicle made an abnormal beeping sound and slightly pulled to the right or to the left","quote_3_odi":"11469540","quote_3_text":"The car suddenly warned and stopped abruptly while we were traveling over a steel plate on the road. There were no other hazards in the road and no other cars in front of us in our lane (there were cars oncoming in the opposite traffic lane, but none had crossed over into ours)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power, incl. start-stop faults","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11422588","quote_1_text":"I've owned my car for 3 weeks and have driven it ~10 times in total. On 2 different occasions (most recently yesterday), it has stalled out while standing in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11507553","quote_2_text":"The car would not turn on while using the start/stop feature on three different occasions. Once at a stop sign when I wanted to reverse to make sure I was not pulled out too far into an intersection. I was stuck and could not get out of the way of a car coming","quote_3_odi":"11525306","quote_3_text":"Hill Assist system creates dangerous situations because it prevents me from moving right away while pulling out in traffic or in front of traffic lights, out of parking garages and stop signs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-sudden-total-brake-loss","label":"Sudden total loss of brake pressure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11490452","quote_1_text":"Brake pedal sunk to floor. No Brakes at all. Vehicle being brought to VW dealership10/24/ 2022.No warning /lamps, or indications of brake problem","quote_2_odi":"11583517","quote_2_text":"Upon backing out of a parking spot a vehicle approached at a fast rate of speed. The rear cross-path sensor and emergency braking activated. This action caused the brake line to rupture and the brakes failed on the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2016-engine-air-intake-water-ingestion","label":"Engine air intake water ingestion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11124584","quote_1_text":"CONSTANT ISSUES WITH WATER ENTERING THE AIRBOX FROM FAULTY DESIGN. THIS CAN ENABLE PARTS OF THE FILTER TO ENTER THE ENGINE AND CAUSE CATASTROPHIC DAMAGE (HYDRO LOCK)","quote_2_odi":"11288144","quote_2_text":"FAULTY AIR INTAKE SYSTEM ALLOWS WATER TO BE INGESTED. AIR FILTER BECOMES SOAKED WITH WATER, AND WILL ULTIMATELY FAIL IF LEFT UNCHECKED","quote_3_odi":"11421686","quote_3_text":"2016 Touareg was towed to OStein VW service after engine would not accelerate and ran rough when got onto the interstate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2016-panoramic-sunroof-leak-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof leak and glass failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11396521","quote_1_text":"DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AS A COLD FRONT APPROACHED, OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DROPPED TO 17 DEGREES. ALL OF A SUDDEN WE HEARD A LOUD SOUND, LIKE A GUNSHOT AND IMMEDIATELY GLASS FELL ON OUR HEADS","quote_2_odi":"11341088","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF LEAKS AND WATER ACCUMULATES IN THE SPARE TIRE WELL PLUS GROWS MOLD MAKING THE VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11064277","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE PARKED IN DRIVEWAY. THE EXPLOSION WAS UPWARDS. THE CAR HAS A PANORAMIC ROOF AND THE FRONT SLIDING SECTION IS THE ONE THAT EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2016-parking-brake-warning-fault","label":"Parking brake warning light malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11441626","quote_1_text":"Electronic Parking Brake lever light was flashing and dashboard showed parking brake error message. Drove car to VW Dealership, which diagnosed problem as likely bad Parking Brake Control Module (Part J540)","quote_2_odi":"11662004","quote_2_text":"UNKNOWN- simply picking up my kids and various alerts came on the dashboard including the ABS brakes error, Parking brake error, and others that I am not sure of","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2016-fca-camera-part-unavailable","label":"Forward collision camera failure, part unavailable","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11637367","quote_1_text":"My ACC/AEB went out over 2 years ago. At the time this vehicle was out of warranty. The dealer ordered the part (camera) and charged me for it. I waited over a year for the part","quote_2_odi":"11564741","quote_2_text":"The windshield camera that is responsible for the imaging used for many of the system on the 2016 Touareg is a high failure item and has been constituently backordered from VW","quote_3_odi":"11203828","quote_3_text":"AFTER LESS THAN FOUR YEARS OF OWNERSHIP, AND OUTSIDE OF THE 3 YEAR/36,000 MILE WARRANTY, THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL MODULE(S) FAILED FOR NO APPARENT REASON, RENDERING THE ENTIRE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM INACTIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-brake-noise-heat-warning","label":"Brake noise, heat, and warning-light issues","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11352058","quote_1_text":"WHILE GOING THROUGH A CURVE, IF ATTEMPT TO SLOW DOWN, MY BRAKES SEEM TO MAKE SOME TYPE OF SCRAPING SOUND AND I CAN FEEL THE SCRAPE OR VIBRATION OF THE PROBLEM THROUGH THE PEDAL","quote_2_odi":"11404415","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY CAR AS A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED VEHICLE. WITHIN FOUR DAYS, I NOTICED THAT THE FRONT BRAKES GET EXCESSIVELY HOT DURING NORMAL STOPPING. I HAVE REPLACED THE BRAKE PADS & ROTORS, AND THE CONDITION STILL EXISTS","quote_3_odi":"11243483","quote_3_text":"FRONT BRAKES MAKES WHISTLING NOISE WHEN ACTIVATED. SLIPPAGE OCCURS IN RAINY CONDITIONS. THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE NOT VISUALLY SMOOTH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-infotainment-electrical","label":"Infotainment and accessory electrical malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11731417","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the infotainment screen failed to respond to touch commands, preventing the contact from viewing the GPS feature","quote_2_odi":"11322383","quote_2_text":"THE RADIO/VIDEO MONITOR ON THE DASH GOES BLACK AND NO SOUND AND NO BACKUP CAMERA WILL ENGAGE AFTER DIFFERENT PERIODS OF TIME THE MONITOR COMES BACK ON THIS PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED WITH DAYS OF SERVICE AT THE VW DEALERSHIP OVER TWO WEEKS AT THIS TIME","quote_3_odi":"11308549","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2018 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HORN WAS INOPERABLE WITH THE IGNITION IN THE OFF POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-powertrain-failures","label":"Power train component failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11701576","quote_1_text":"The catalytic converter on my 2018 Volkswagen Passat failed and the vehicle has been at an authorized Volkswagen dealership since May 16, 2025","quote_2_odi":"11426230","quote_2_text":"The 2018 vw Passat se is only 3 years old and the transmission went out. The mileage was just a little over 98,000. The car has been kept up with as far as oil change, routine maintenance, and extras, such as tires and brakes","quote_3_odi":"11320140","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 8 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SOUND COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-engine-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11715843","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was unable to restart and was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed","quote_2_odi":"11741923","quote_2_text":"A major engineering and material design failure occurred involving internal fluid containment seals, resulting in a severe electrical safety hazard","quote_3_odi":"11425683","quote_3_text":"Intermittent stalling. Typically at stop, when vehicle has been running a short time. Vehicle restarts. Occurs frequently, every week, but not every trip. Started in spring 2021, recurring issue. Mechanic unable to replicate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-fuel-pump-leak-no-start","label":"Fuel pump leaks and no-start failures","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11648212","quote_1_text":"Car Fuel Pump Leaking. Fuel pump Module failure. There was a recall for this issue on other Volkswagens, but not on the Passat. There are hundreds of cars online with the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11613209","quote_2_text":"Fuel pump Leak. Strong order of gasoline has been coming from the car. I had a check and the fuel pump is leaking. Other vehicles have been recalled due to this, but the Passat has not been included","quote_3_odi":"11711803","quote_3_text":"Battery drains overnight. Started with a boost all dashboard warning lights on, vehicle runs fine all day with many starts and stops, battery dies again overnight","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-airbag-warning-clockspring","label":"Air bag warning lights and clockspring failures","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11469260","quote_1_text":"Clockspring. Failed 1st time under recall and was replaced by dealer. Failed 2nd time and replaced outside of recall by indepenent. Failed 3rd time and has not been replaced","quote_2_odi":"11563910","quote_2_text":"Collision around 45 to 50 mph. Airbags frontal and side airbags didnt deployed Two vehicles invaded my lane and I ran into the second vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11674522","quote_3_text":"We have been having numerous sensor issues. Sensors showing air bag malfunction and with passenger side seat belt on the front right side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11155638","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXCESSIVE FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11445457","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road and the wheel locked up and I lost control of the car. I thought it was just a flat tire. I noticed the tire was flat and brake caliber was lying on the inside of the rim","quote_3_odi":"11103971","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE ON JUNE 8, 2018, FROM HERITAGE VW. THE CAR ALREADY HAD A SAFETY RECALL FOR BRAKES WHICH WAS ISSUED ON MAY 25, 2018. THE DEALER FAILED TO INFORM ME ABOUT IT BEFORE PURCHASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and check-engine light faults","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11579645","quote_1_text":"My oil sensor started blinking while I am driving. I stoped and added oil to the car because the level was in low level. Went to the dealership to check my car in if I do have leakage or if my engine did start to burn oil","quote_2_odi":"11570751","quote_2_text":"I received a check engine light and my mechanic diagnosed the problem and attributed it to an the air pump control valve which was connected to primary engine water pump. A slight leak in the air system was noticed since the check valve failed","quote_3_odi":"11156844","quote_3_text":"MY CAR IS UNDER 7000 MILES, DON'T EVEN HAVE THE FIRST SCHEDULE OIL CHANGE AND EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE CAR DEALER AND JUST TOP OFF THE OIL. SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2020-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11698386","quote_1_text":"While driving southbound on I-15 near Exit 300 (5300 S, Murray, Utah), the sunroof on my 2020 Volkswagen Jetta SEL suddenly and spontaneously exploded outward without any impact or external object striking the glass. The vehicle had approximately 72,000 miles at the time","quote_2_odi":"11531073","quote_2_text":"MY SUNROOF WAS EXPODED during I drive to home","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2020-sos-telematics-failure","label":"Emergency SOS/telematics module failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11729607","quote_1_text":"There was a warning light for the emergency call function unavailable please service immediately","quote_2_odi":"11579033","quote_2_text":"The SOS emergency that is supposed to work when you press the button or if your car is stolen the module failed and on months of back order","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2020-epc-warning-light","label":"EPC warning light with fault codes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11351913","quote_1_text":"THE EPC LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WHEN REVVING UP THE ENGINE TO OVERTAKE CARS. THE ENGINE SUDDENLY BOGS DOWN AND ENGINE RPMS ARE LIMITED TO 3000 WHEN LIGHT IS ON. IT COULD BE A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS SITUATION BECAUSE THE CAR WILL NOT WANT TO ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"11340224","quote_2_text":"2 SEPARATE INCIDENTS INVOLVING THE EPC. ONE WAS ABOUT 10 DAY'S AGO, JULY 9TH GETTING ON THE FREEWAY IN HOUSTON. CAR THREW UP NUMEROUS ERROR CODES, IT AUTOMATICALLY SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES UPON ENTERING THE MIDDLE LANE OF THE FREEWAY, GAVE AN EPC ERROR CODE,","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2020-transmission-grind-shake","label":"Transmission grinding and shake when shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11605105","quote_1_text":"I recently purchased a vehicle on July 11th, and on July 12th, I noticed a significant issue with the transmission. Specifically, the vehicle began grinding when I attempted to engage reverse gear","quote_2_odi":"11546501","quote_2_text":"Internal Component on Transmission has failed, Vehicle is Available for inspection (Niello Volkswagen has already confirmed). The vehicle shakes when shifting which could potentially cause an accident","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2020-coil-spring-strut-fracture","label":"Coil spring and strut fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11733888","quote_1_text":"Rear left coil spring snapped mid driving, breaking off a 3 inch piece. Car now rattles when it goes over bumps. Upon looking under the car, the right rear coil spring is corroded and snapped as well","quote_2_odi":"11567420","quote_2_text":"The front strut spring broke. The dealer warned against driving it at all, since it could cut open the tire or damage other parts that would cause a lot of control. The vehicle is just past the three year warranty","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2020-engine-shutdown-driving","label":"Unintended engine shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11328820","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE IS STALLING AT LIGHTS. VEHICLE HAS ROUGH IDLE. VEHICLE AUTOMATIC BRAKING ACTIVATE WITHOUT WARNING. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11498544","quote_2_text":"Hit a pot hole in the road and vehicle completely shut down and will not crank. Diagnostic code U0100 is saying that the ecm and pcm are no longer communicating. If I had been on the highway or in a high traffic area that could have been a life threatening situation","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2022-travel-assist-sensor-fault","label":"Travel Assist / Lane Keep Assist unavailable warning","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11740896","quote_1_text":"The steering wheel touch sensors has malfunctioned and whenever the steering wheel is grabbed from the bottom half, the lake keeping assist errors out and the car throws a \"travel assist unavailble\" in the guage cluster","quote_2_odi":"11685589","quote_2_text":"Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time","quote_3_odi":"11730829","quote_3_text":"I took this car in a year ago and they replaced the steering wheel because I kept getting a \"travel assist\" error. Not only is this problem back but has a very load chime every other min that is very distracting while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2022-engine-misfire-stall-epc","label":"Engine misfire, stall, and EPC power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11565688","quote_1_text":"bought this car brand new and after couple of days when I get on highway and trying to give gas the car started shaking vigorously and lost engine power. check engine light came on. pulled over to the shoulder and turned off the car","quote_2_odi":"11555705","quote_2_text":"Engine misfire on all cylinders. Engine start/stop failure, check engine light illuminates. Vehicle hesitates and looses power when accelerating. Vehicle then stalls while operating","quote_3_odi":"11519205","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, a knocking sound was coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle started shaking and stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2022-head-gasket-coolant-leak","label":"Head gasket coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11756558","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is currently experiencing steady coolant loss with no external puddles.My vehicle is at 65,000 miles, placing it just 5,000 miles outside of the 60,000-mile factory powertrain warranty","quote_2_odi":"11742452","quote_2_text":"Head Gasket, premature failure at 49k miles. Online this a very common issue for Jetta and Taos owners that Volkswagen is not addressing through a recall","quote_3_odi":"11561369","quote_3_text":"The head gasket is leaking coolant from between the block and the head. This can cause overheating of the vehicle or fires","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2022-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11663209","quote_1_text":"- Rear brake pads. They were replaced at 22,464 miles under warranty due to premature wear, and at just 34,170 miles (less than 12,000 miles later), they are already down to 4mm","quote_2_odi":"11621423","quote_2_text":"My car only had twelve thousand miles on it when the problem started with the rear brakes. They were at an eight and in less than two weeks time they started dragging not fully disengaging and went down to a one","quote_3_odi":"11512817","quote_3_text":"The left rear brake system has a defect that has resulted in the left rear inner brake pad to wear through at an accelerated rate resulting in brake failure with no friction material left","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shatters without impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11704994","quote_1_text":"Sunroof Glass Implosion While Driving (2018 Volkswagen Golf) While driving my 2018 Volkswagen Golf at normal highway speed, my sunroof suddenly and violently imploded without any warning or external impact. The sound was extremely loud—similar to a gunshot or an explosion—and","quote_2_odi":"11508588","quote_2_text":"We were driving on the highway when the sunroof exploded. There were 4 of us in the car and none of us recalls anything striking the sunroof. Glass exploded wverywhere","quote_3_odi":"11469462","quote_3_text":"I was driving west on I-80 and my sunroof exploded/shattered. There was no rock to be found anywhere","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-panoramic-roof-leak","label":"Panoramic roof leaks and stains headliner","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11265296","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC MOONROOF LEAKING AROUND EDGES AND STAINING HEADLINER AND UPHOLESTRY","quote_2_odi":"11269976","quote_2_text":"WATER LEAK FROM THE PANORAMIC ROOF. HEADLINER AND A PILLAR IS WET AND WILL BE REPLACED. WINDSHIELD FOGGED AND HAD CONDENSATION","quote_3_odi":"11183961","quote_3_text":"LESS THAN ONE YEAR INTO OWNERSHIP, THE CAR HAS EXPERIENCED A PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAK ON BOTH THE DRIVERS SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AREA NEAR THE A-PILLAR AND THE SUNVISOR. THERE HAVE BEEN MULTIPLE REPORTED INCIDENTS ALL OVER VARIOUS SOURCES ON THE INTERNET. THE SUNROOF, VISOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-sharp-interior-trim-cuts","label":"Peeling interior trim edge cuts fingers","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11625316","quote_1_text":"There is an issue with the gear shift cover trim. The piece that goes around the gear shift has a chrome coating that has been pealing off. Over multiple occasions that pealed off piece of metal has cut my finger causing bleeding. There seems to be a recall on the DSG GTI for","quote_2_odi":"11570664","quote_2_text":"There is a peeling plastic/metal chrome trim piece on the steering wheel that cause a finger laceration","quote_3_odi":"11413606","quote_3_text":"TRIM ON CENTER CONSOLE ABOVE SHIFTER AND BELOW CENTER CUBBY IS RAZOR SHARP AND HAS CUT MY HAND DEEPLY TWICE WHILE PARKED AND CLEANING INTERIOR SINCE PURCHASING THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-thermostat-coolant-leak","label":"Thermostat housing leaks coolant","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11490647","quote_1_text":"Received a low coolant warning and then checked the coolant level. Coolant was low and was topped off. One week later the issue recurred as the coolant level and dropped below minimum levels again. Thermostat housing had a slow leak which was discovered by the dealer. This seems","quote_2_odi":"11384548","quote_2_text":"COOLANT LEAK NOTICED UNDERNEAT THE ENGINE. IT RUN DOWN TO THE OIL PAN DRIPPING ON THE DRIVE WAY. TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSIS. THEY SAID LEAK IS COMING FROM THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING. MILEAGE IS NOW 73700. VW POWERTRAIN WARRANTY COVERS UP TO 72000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-fuel-jet-pump-leak-odor","label":"Fuel suction jet pump leaks, gas odor in cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11538196","quote_1_text":"During refueling after low fuel indicator, fuel tank was not able to accept any fuel. During a second attempt, vehicle accepted 0.25 gallons but all of this fuel came gushing out of the tank from the inlet and from the passenger side rear wheel well. Fuel kept leaking for","quote_2_odi":"11600571","quote_2_text":"I have a recall for the jet pump in the fuel tank of my vehicle. I have had fuel leaking from my charcoal canister. The vehicle is at the dealership right now, and they have confirmed this. Yet they will not make a repair on it and have been without my vehicle for over a week","quote_3_odi":"11476551","quote_3_text":"Fuel leaking from charcoal canister next to exhaust can lead to fire. Fuel leaking on to ground by passenger side rear wheel. Strong smell of gasoline outside and inside car. Caused dizziness while driving can harm children. No warning or any lights other then strong odour of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-forward-collision-false-brake","label":"Forward collision assist brakes without cause","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11395424","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM ENGAGES WITHOUT CAUSE OR WARNING. AT BOTH SLOW AND MODERATE SPEEDS WITH NO OBSTACLE IN FRONT OF CAR. RISK OF CAUSING A REAR-END ACCIDENT VERY HIGH. DEALERSHIP RAN DIAGNOSTIC AND FOUND NOTHING. RECOMMENDS DISABLING SYSTEM IF ISSUE PERSISTS","quote_2_odi":"11459292","quote_2_text":"Had forward collision assist (turned on by default at engine start) turned on. When entering an intersection, vehicle stopped short to a full stop right in front of a metal plate on the road in the intersection. Had there been a vehicle behind me, the system may have needlessly","quote_3_odi":"11565501","quote_3_text":"Second occurrence of this issue approximately two years apart, unresolved and unaddressed by manufacturer. Driving during evening on lit city street at night traveling in lane of traffic. In normal course of driving (~25 mph) vehicle applied full brakes with no advance notice in","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-engine-stall-hesitation","label":"Engine stalls or hesitates on restart","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11484494","quote_1_text":"Vehicle intermittently stalls when coming to a stop in traffic while in gear. Has occurred on multiple separate occasions, but cannot be easily re-produced. When vehicle stalls it can be difficult to restart while in traffic and occurs without warning creating safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11110481","quote_2_text":"AFTER RESTARTING HOT ENGINE AFTER A BRIEF STOP, CAR MIGHT STUMBLE DURING FIRST ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE, FOR EXAMPLE TRYING TO ENTER TRAFFIC FROM A PARKING LOT. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES AND HAS BEEN CAUSE FOR ALARM. THE ENGINE IS RUNNING BUT FEELS AS IF IT IS NOT. THIS IS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-fuel-tank-leak-recall","label":"Fuel tank leak and inability to refuel","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11602381","quote_1_text":"Cannot fill gas tank. Recall issued February 2024 no remedy available still. 24V110","quote_2_odi":"11600571","quote_2_text":"I have a recall for the jet pump in the fuel tank of my vehicle. I have had fuel leaking from my charcoal canister. The vehicle is at the dealership right now, and they have confirmed this","quote_3_odi":"11538196","quote_3_text":"During refueling after low fuel indicator, fuel tank was not able to accept any fuel. During a second attempt, vehicle accepted 0.25 gallons but all of this fuel came gushing out of the tank from the inlet and from the passenger side rear wheel well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-interior-trim-laceration","label":"Peeling chrome interior trim causing lacerations","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11625316","quote_1_text":"There is an issue with the gear shift cover trim. The piece that goes around the gear shift has a chrome coating that has been pealing off. Over multiple occasions that pealed off piece of metal has cut my finger causing bleeding","quote_2_odi":"11570664","quote_2_text":"There is a peeling plastic/metal chrome trim piece on the steering wheel that cause a finger laceration","quote_3_odi":"11413606","quote_3_text":"TRIM ON CENTER CONSOLE ABOVE SHIFTER AND BELOW CENTER CUBBY IS RAZOR SHARP AND HAS CUT MY HAND DEEPLY TWICE WHILE PARKED AND CLEANING INTERIOR SINCE PURCHASING THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11508588","quote_1_text":"We were driving on the highway when the sunroof exploded. There were 4 of us in the car and none of us recalls anything striking the sunroof. Glass exploded wverywhere","quote_2_odi":"11469462","quote_2_text":"I was driving west on I-80 and my sunroof exploded/shattered. There was no rock to be found anywhere","quote_3_odi":"11281526","quote_3_text":"IMMEDIATELY AFTER BEGINNING TO LEAVE WORK ON NOVEMBER 13, 2019, I NOTICED THE SUNROOF ON MY 2018 VW GOLF WAS SHATTERING AND CRUMBLING AWAY, STARTING TOWARD THE FRONT AND CENTER OF THE SUNROOF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-panoramic-roof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic roof water leak into headliner","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11269976","quote_1_text":"WATER LEAK FROM THE PANORAMIC ROOF. HEADLINER AND A PILLAR IS WET AND WILL BE REPLACED. WINDSHIELD FOGGED AND HAD CONDENSATION","quote_2_odi":"11265296","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC MOONROOF LEAKING AROUND EDGES AND STAINING HEADLINER AND UPHOLESTRY","quote_3_odi":"11183961","quote_3_text":"LESS THAN ONE YEAR INTO OWNERSHIP, THE CAR HAS EXPERIENCED A PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAK ON BOTH THE DRIVERS SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AREA NEAR THE A-PILLAR AND THE SUNVISOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-thermostat-housing-coolant-leak","label":"Thermostat housing coolant leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11490647","quote_1_text":"Received a low coolant warning and then checked the coolant level. Coolant was low and was topped off. One week later the issue recurred as the coolant level and dropped below minimum levels again. Thermostat housing had a slow leak which was discovered by the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11384548","quote_2_text":"COOLANT LEAK NOTICED UNDERNEAT THE ENGINE. IT RUN DOWN TO THE OIL PAN DRIPPING ON THE DRIVE WAY. TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSIS. THEY SAID LEAK IS COMING FROM THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING. MILEAGE IS NOW 73700. VW POWERTRAIN WARRANTY COVERS UP TO 72000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure and intermittent operation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11544849","quote_1_text":"Hello my left front headlamp failed. Initially both my headlights were sweaty/foggy, which started early 2021 but no light present. This is a safety issue especially when driving at night","quote_2_odi":"11500614","quote_2_text":"Headlights don't turn on immediately upon ignition start. Error message appears on infotainment and dashboard","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-forward-collision-phantom-braking","label":"Forward collision assist phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11565501","quote_1_text":"Second occurrence of this issue approximately two years apart, unresolved and unaddressed by manufacturer. Driving during evening on lit city street at night traveling in lane of traffic","quote_2_odi":"11459292","quote_2_text":"Had forward collision assist (turned on by default at engine start) turned on. When entering an intersection, vehicle stopped short to a full stop right in front of a metal plate on the road in the intersection","quote_3_odi":"11395424","quote_3_text":"AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM ENGAGES WITHOUT CAUSE OR WARNING. AT BOTH SLOW AND MODERATE SPEEDS WITH NO OBSTACLE IN FRONT OF CAR. RISK OF CAUSING A REAR-END ACCIDENT VERY HIGH. DEALERSHIP RAN DIAGNOSTIC AND FOUND NOTHING. RECOMMENDS DISABLING SYSTEM IF ISSUE PERSISTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stalling and hesitation on acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11661666","quote_1_text":"Volkswagen Wastegate Turbo Failure / design flaw and “wrongfully and intentionally” concealed a defect from consumers that could cause their vehicle’s engine turbocharger to fail prematurely at any time","quote_2_odi":"11484494","quote_2_text":"Vehicle intermittently stalls when coming to a stop in traffic while in gear. Has occurred on multiple separate occasions, but cannot be easily re-produced","quote_3_odi":"11110481","quote_3_text":"AFTER RESTARTING HOT ENGINE AFTER A BRIEF STOP, CAR MIGHT STUMBLE DURING FIRST ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE, FOR EXAMPLE TRYING TO ENTER TRAFFIC FROM A PARKING LOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2018-ignition-switch-malfunction","label":"Ignition switch and key removal malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11611846","quote_1_text":"Malfunction ignition switch, and ignition cylinder, 50,000 miles on car. Took it to the dealer for diagnosis. No warning lamps or lights showed. My car just stopped allowing my key to come out of the ignition to turn the car off","quote_2_odi":"11598216","quote_2_text":"ignition swith . Same as 2019 and up model recall.NHTSA campaign number: 23V604","quote_3_odi":"11481801","quote_3_text":"Key locked in ignition at an unsafe area where I was stuck for hours","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2018-fuel-rail-leak","label":"Fuel rail leak with fuel odor and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11750939","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has an active, federally mandated safety recall for a fuel rail leak (Recall 24Gi / 20V648000), which is a documented fire hazard. The vehicle now has an active \"EPC\" (Electronic Power Control) dashboard light and a fuel odor","quote_2_odi":"11648748","quote_2_text":"Engine stalled and car emitted fuel smell and leaked from engine area. Vehicle towed to shop. Mechanic found fuel leak near Cylinder #4. Removed intake manifold and found fuel rail loose and leaking from #4 injector","quote_3_odi":"11547215","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that after entering the vehicle and attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start on the first attempt","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2018-airbag-occupant-detection","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11653841","quote_1_text":"Front passenger air bag light came on without provocation and remains on. Have noticed multiple recalls of similar situations with VW air bags being recalled. It appeared to start with the detection of weight change in the seat","quote_2_odi":"11610694","quote_2_text":"Air bag light came on unprovoked. Remains on. We noted this announcement and feel it is the same problem. ((In April 2023, Volkswagen recalled some vehicles due to a faulty front passenger detection system that could deactivate the front passenger air bag","quote_3_odi":"11183128","quote_3_text":"SOMETIMES I LEAVE MY CELL PHONE ON THE PASSENGER SEAT AND THE WARNING BELL CHIMES. IF I REMOVE MY CELL PHONE FROM THE PASSENGER SEAT, THE WARNING STOPS OR IF I DO LOCK THE SEATBELT, IT WILL ALSO STOP THE WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2018-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11728653","quote_1_text":"My car made a loud banging noise and would not move even though engine was running. Had towed and was told car needs new transmission I brought to another mechanic for second opinion and was told the same thing code P073300","quote_2_odi":"11394599","quote_2_text":"AT ABOUT 40,000 MILES- CAR WOULD NOT MOVE IN DRIVE POSITION. DASH CODE: ESC. LUCKILY, 2018 JETTA STILL UNDER WARRANTY AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11230706","quote_3_text":"WHILE IN MOTION AT LOW SPEEDS, BETWEEN 28 AND 30 MPH, YOU CAN HEAR A GRINDING OR SCRAPING NOISE COMING FROM THE CAR AND YOU CAN FEEL A BIT OF LOSS OF POWER IN THE CAR. I BELIEVE THIS IS IN THE TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"e-Golf","model_slug":"e-golf","cluster_id":"e-golf-2015-charge-port-lock-stuck","label":"Charging connector lock will not release plug","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"10995432","quote_1_text":"THE 2015 AND 2016 EGOLF'S HAVE A CHARGING FAULT WHICH PREVENTS THE CHARGE PLUG FROM BEING REMOVED FROM THE CAR. THIS PERMANENTLY ATTACHES THE CAR TO THE CHARGER IT IS CONNECTED TO, BE IT AT HOME, IN A MALL, AT THE GROCERY, ETC. THE ISSUE IS DESCRIBED IN","quote_2_odi":"10860617","quote_2_text":"AFTER THE VEHICLE IS DONE CHARGING USING THE J1772 PLUG (L2 OR L1 CHARGING), THE PLUG REMAINS LOCKED TO THE VEHICLE CHARGING INLET. PRESSING THE J1772 PLUG BUTTON DOES NOT RELEASE THE PLUG AS THE CAR MUST BE UNLOCKED USING A KEY TO RELEASE THE PLUG. IN A","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/e-golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"e-Golf","model_slug":"e-golf","cluster_id":"e-golf-2015-electrical-system-stop","label":"Sudden loss of drive power with electrical system stop error","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"10765206","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY 5-MONTH OLD VW E-GOLF ON A CITY ROAD WITH HEAVY TRAFFIC AND TRAVELING ABOUT 35-40 MPH WHEN ALL OF SUDDEN MY ELECTRIC CAR SHUT OFF AND CAME TO A SHUDDERING STOP. IT FELT ALMOST LIKE ANOTHER CAR HAD HIT ME FROM BEHIND. THE ELECTRIC VW GOLF CAME","quote_2_odi":"10809311","quote_2_text":"I JUST EXPERIENCED THIS ERROR \"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURE: STOP!\" ON THE WAY HOME FORM SAN FRANCISCO TO OAKLAND THANKFULLY I WAS ALREADY OVER THE BAY BRIDGE. THE CAR JUST LOST POWER AND STOPPED. AFTER THE CAR STOPPED I PUT ON THE HAZARDS PUT ON THE BREAK AND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/e-golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2015-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10905657","quote_1_text":"I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN TO THE TIRE SHOP THIS MORNING TO HAVE THE TIRE PATCHED FOR A SMALL SCREW THAT WAS PICKED UP DURING NORMAL OPERATION. I RECEIVED A CALL A SHORT TIME LATER FROM TIRE SHOP TELLING ME THAT THE SIDEWALL OF MY TIRE HAD FAILED","quote_2_odi":"10893143","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI SCORPION VERDE TIRES, SIZE 265/50/R19. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT OBSERVED AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT TIRES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2015-fca-camera-failure","label":"Forward collision avoidance camera failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11599305","quote_1_text":"Collision Avoidance Camera (Part Number: 7P6907217BZ1Y) has failed. The camera is still on the vehicle and available for inspection upon request. All front assist/safety systems are unavailable, including cruise control","quote_2_odi":"11595530","quote_2_text":"The Driver Assistance System (Adaptive Cruise Control, Front Collision Avoidance, AEB, and Lane Departure/Lane Keeping system) all do not work. The VW dealers have said the Front Collision Avoidance Camera is not working","quote_3_odi":"11564737","quote_3_text":"Question 1: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Answer 1: Collision Avoidance Camera. The camera can be removed from the vehicle and shipped for inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2015-water-intake-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into engine air intake","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11376259","quote_1_text":"OUR 2015 TOUAREG TDI WITH 35,000MI LOST POWER ON INTERSTATE 10. THE VEHICLE WAS IN 'LIMP' MODE AND ONLY ABLE TO REACH A SPEED OF 20MPH IN A 75MPH ZONE ON INTERSTATE 10","quote_2_odi":"11155941","quote_2_text":"WATER INGESTION INTO AIR INTAKE FROM DESIGN FLAW. CHANGED AIR FILTER BASED ON WARNING THREAD LOCATED AT CLUB TOUAREG ONLINE. IF YOU DRIVE A 2011-2017 TOUAREG PLEASE CHECK YOUR AIR FILTER","quote_3_odi":"11123062","quote_3_text":"LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER ENTERING THE INTAKE, AFFECTING THE PEFORMANCE OF THE VEHICLE. THE WATER IS INSUFFICIENTLY DRAINING FROM THE INTAKE BOX. THE AIR FILTER DEGRADES AS A RESULT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2015-engine-stall-hesitation","label":"Engine hesitation, stalling, and power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11432008","quote_1_text":"Today, engine completely cut off in the middle of traffic (20-30 MPH), loss of power steering and breaking power. Engine dashboard yellow message appeared","quote_2_odi":"11389382","quote_2_text":"WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC THERE CAN BE A HUGE LAG IN TIME FROM WHEN YOU DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR TO WHEN THE CAR REACTS AND ACCELERATES.IT IS NOT CONSISTENT WHICH IS WHERE THE DANGER ARISES","quote_3_odi":"11171023","quote_3_text":"AFTER VW EMISSION REPAIR THE CAR STALLS IN SHIFTING GEARS AT LOW SPEED. I TOOK AT THE DEALERSHIP REPAIR SHOP 3 TIMES EVERYTIME THE KEPT THE CAR FOR ABOUT 2-3 WEEKS AND COULDN'T RESOLVE THE ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2016-clock-spring-airbag-disable","label":"Steering clock spring failure disables airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11457678","quote_1_text":"Clock spring went out so airbag and horn do not work","quote_2_odi":"11472467","quote_2_text":"The clock spring in the steering wheel broke causing the airbag light to come on, the audio controls on the steering wheel to stop working and a noise coming out of the wheel when I turn it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2016-fuel-pump-recall-no-remedy","label":"Fuel pump recall unrepaired","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11088549","quote_1_text":"VOLKSWAGEN ANNOUNCED A RECALL OF THE FUEL PUMP ON AUGUST 16, 2017. EIGHT MONTHS LATER THEY DO NOT HAVE A REMEDY. THIS SEEM IRRESPONSIBLE OF THE MANUFACTURER","quote_2_odi":"11043483","quote_2_text":"THERE HAVE BEEN 3 INCIDENTS IN WHICH MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY, WITHOUT WARNING SHUTS DOWN (ABSOLUTELY NO POWER) WHILE I AM DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2016-takata-airbag-recall-no-part","label":"Takata airbag recall unrepaired","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11180280","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL VW HAS NO PART--THEY HAVE NO TIMELINE FOR THE PART--THE ARE REFUSING A LOANER UNTIL THEY HAVE THE PART (WHICH MAKES NO SENSE)","quote_2_odi":"11267143","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN CC. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V535000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2017-water-intrusion-air-intake","label":"Water intrusion into engine air intake filter box","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11113263","quote_1_text":"AFTER A RAINY NIGHT, GOT INTO MY CAR THE NEXT MORNING HEARD A WEIRD NOISE WHILE PULLING OUT OF DRIVEWAY, DROVE DOWN THE STREET AND CAR STARTING BUCKING, WHITE SMOKE COMING OUT BACK AND LOST CONTROL OF THE CAR...NO POWER STEERING, NO BRAKES CAR DIED","quote_2_odi":"11233478","quote_2_text":"ENGINE AIR INTAKE DESIGN IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO FLOODING WITH WATER. A LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER WILL COLLECT IN THE INTAKE TUBE BEHIND THE FRONT GRILL. THE DRAIN INSTALLED IN THE INTAKE TUBE IS NOT SUFFICIENT ENOUGH FOR HIGH VOLUMES OF WATER IN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, SUCH AS IN A","quote_3_odi":"11234225","quote_3_text":"WITH FAMILY IN VEHICLE THE CAR LOST POWER AND STALLED DURING A RAIN STORM. CAR WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART AND WAS ON SIDE OF ROAD FOR LENGTH OF TIME AFTER ATTEMPTING TO RESTART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2017-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11562874","quote_1_text":"I purchased a 2017 Volkswagen Touareg V6 in October 2023. A problem with the vehicle revealed itself right away. It was consuming too much oil. Oil splatter is present on the hood, the car doors, the back bumper and built up oil residue is present in both tailpipes","quote_2_odi":"11538024","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has an internal oil drain system that slowly leaks oil past the pistons into the combustion chamber of the engine causing the engine to burn oil","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2020-door-harness-parking-brake","label":"Door wiring harness causing parking brake engagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11448453","quote_1_text":"In the beginning of Novemeber 2021 with 7680 miles an alarm stating Error: Driver door contact switch Fault: Electronic parking brake Attention: Engine is running. Error: Start Stop The check engine light/EPC lights were on","quote_2_odi":"11475422","quote_2_text":"We had issues in March 2022 (electronic parking brake engaging while car is moving and driver's window rolling down when attempting to roll it up) that led to the defective door wiring harness diagnosis that was the subject of the national recall","quote_3_odi":"11457473","quote_3_text":"Driver door harness malfunction causing many errors to display on dash. It also causes emergency brake to engage before coming to a complete stop basically slamming on the brake","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2020-airbag-pods-sensor-faults","label":"Airbag warning light and occupant sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11606157","quote_1_text":"I was driving today and an Airbag Error Message popped up with the Airbag Warning Lamp and will not turn off. I called the dealership I purchased it from and was told it is a faulty Airbag Sensor but my car is not part of the open recall Volkswagen has open","quote_2_odi":"11525353","quote_2_text":"Passenger side airbag displays Airbag warning, and passenger side seat heater stops working. Both use the same wiring harness. Seems to be the exact same fault as April 2023 recall for 2018-2021 Volkswagen Atlases but my VIN is not included","quote_3_odi":"11644988","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted with the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) and Electronic Power Control (EPC) warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2020-steering-rack-failure","label":"Power steering rack failure and seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11640877","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel was difficult to turn, and the hazard indicator warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11504476","quote_2_text":"We own a 2020 VW Atlas SE W/Technology. This vehicle has grossly failed to meet reliability expectations. Of most concern is the repeated failure of the vehicle's electric power steering rack. This component has been replaced 3 times on my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11483831","quote_3_text":"Steering gear feeling loose & making noise going down the road. Steering wheel shake & vibration. No warning lights initially. Few hours later when steering vibration was at it worse, the front end collision warning light with cruise control light came on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2020-engine-stall-start-stop","label":"Unexpected engine stall or auto start-stop failure","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11752297","quote_1_text":"The car will shut down/stall while sitting at a red light. The START/Stop function is turned off, I turn it off while driving. So I am stalled at a red light and then have to place the car back into park and restart it","quote_2_odi":"11660065","quote_2_text":"Hello. I have a 2020 Vw Atlas V6 SE R-Line. The truck shots off when idleling, on speeds of 5 mph to 10 mph and even on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11549247","quote_3_text":"Since I purchased this vehicle for my wife, she has repeatedly called me in tears regarding the vehicle turning itself off in school parking lots, stop lights, stopping at stop signs, and in drive through lanes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2010-ignition-switch-key-stuck","label":"Ignition switch key sticks and will not turn off","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11132106","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY BECAME STUCK IN THE RUN POSITION IN THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT STRUCK THE IGNITION WITH A HAMMER LIGHTLY AND THE KEY WAS ABLE TO BE RELEASED","quote_2_odi":"11092713","quote_2_text":"KEY CONSTANTLY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION SWITCH AND CAN'T TURN VEHICLE OFF. VEHICLE REMAINS RUNNING WHILE KEY WONT TURN IN OFF POSITION. HAD TO DISCONNECT BATTERY TERMINAL AND FUEL PUMP FUSE TO SHUT VEHICLE OFF","quote_3_odi":"11078570","quote_3_text":"THE KEY IS STUCK IN THE ON POSITION WITH ENGINE RUNNING. HAD TO PULL RELAY TO STOP ENGINE. UNABLE TO REMOVE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2010-dsg-transmission-neutral","label":"DSG transmission mechatronic unit failure, shifts to neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11003839","quote_1_text":"WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS INTO NEUTRAL AND THE CAR ROLLS UNPOWERED TO A STOP. IF THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF AND TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTED TO \"PARK\" TO RESTART THE ENGINE IT IS THEN IMPOSSIBLE TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION OUT OF \"PARK\"","quote_2_odi":"11105183","quote_2_text":"I HAVE THE 2010 JETTA TDI. THE MECHATRONICS UNIT HAS FAILED AND VW WILL NOT SELL PARTS FOR THIS TRANSMISSION BECAUSE IT IS FAULTY. THEIR WORDS BUT THEY ALSO WON'T RECALL THE TRANSMISSION EITHER","quote_3_odi":"10870718","quote_3_text":"2010 VOLKSWAGEN 2.0 TURBO DSG FAULT. THE VEHICLE HAS BEGUN EXHIBITING DANGEROUS RANDOM/UNINTENTIONAL SHIFTING INTO MUCH LOWER GEARS, OR POSSIBLY EVEN NEUTRAL AT VARIOUS SPEEDS UNDER LIGHT OR NO THROTTLE INPUT ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS THUS FAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2010-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure with warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11400045","quote_1_text":"ABS CONTROL MODULE IS DEFECTIVE. I LOSE BRAKING POWER RANDOMLY ESPECIALLY WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT. ABS, TRACTION CONTROL AND AIRBAG LIGHTS ARE ON","quote_2_odi":"11279826","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE ABS INDICATOR BEGAN TO BEEP. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES, BUT THE BRAKES DID NOT SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN INITIALLY. THE VEHICLE EVENTUALLY SLOWED DOWN AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11114192","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE AS WELL AS MANY OTHER OTHERS FROM MODEL YEAR 2006 TO 2012 ARE EXPERIENCING ABS AND ESC FAILURES AT AN UNPRECEDENTED LEVEL. I AM PERSONALLY ON MY 4TH ABS UNIT WITH 77,890 MILES ON MY CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2010-hp-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with metal contamination","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11423896","quote_1_text":"I was driving 75 miles an hour on a major interstate and the car stopped accelerating while I was driving.(major safety issue) I was able to get to the side of the road and the car died and would not start again. The glow plug warning light started flashing as this was","quote_2_odi":"11121827","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ALONG WITH THE ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM DUE TO METAL SHAVINGS IN THE FUEL PUMP AND FUEL LINE","quote_3_odi":"10984613","quote_3_text":"CAR SUDDENLY UNABLE TO ACCELERATE BEYOND 30 MPH. CAR GENTLY DRIVEN TO DEALERSHIP WHERE CAR DIED AND WAS UNABLE TO START. DEALERSHIP HAS INVESTIGATED AND FOUND METAL SHARDS FROM FUEL FILTER HAVE MIGRATED THROUGHOUT THE FUEL SYSTEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2010-timing-chain-tensioner","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11350140","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2010 VW JETTA WITH 118K ON IT AND WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY ENGINE DIED ON ME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY CAUSING SOME SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. I EVETUALLY HAD THE CAR TOWED TO NEAREST REPAIR SHOP AND THEY ESTIMATED REPAIR COST TO BE BETWEEN 4-5K RANGE TO REPLACE THE TIMING","quote_2_odi":"11222727","quote_2_text":"THE TIMING CHAIN SYSTEM IN MY 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA WOLFSBURG EDITION FAILED, RENDERING THE CAR IMMOBILE. FORTUNATELY, THE VEHICLE WAS IN A PARKING LOT, AS FAILURE IN A ROAD COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11254730","quote_3_text":"THERE HAS BEEN A STATEWIDE LAWSUIT AGAINST VOLKSWAGEN REGARDING 2010 JETTA TIMING CHAIN AND TIMING CHAIN TENSOR. THE DEALER SHIP HAS REFUSED TO CORRECT THE ISSUE WITH MY VEHICLE EVEN TOUGH IT IS STILL UNDER WARRANTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"vw-jetta-2010-dsg-mechatronic-neutral-shift","label":"DSG mechatronic unit failure, unintended shift to neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11533319","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unintendedly shifted into neutral(N). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V333000 (Power Train). The","quote_2_odi":"11105183","quote_2_text":"I HAVE THE 2010 JETTA TDI. THE MECHATRONICS UNIT HAS FAILED AND VW WILL NOT SELL PARTS FOR THIS TRANSMISSION BECAUSE IT IS FAULTY. THEIR WORDS BUT THEY ALSO WON'T RECALL THE TRANSMISSION EITHER. TRANSMISSION SHOPS HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO BUY PARTS FOR THIS TRANSMISSION FOR OVER 4","quote_3_odi":"11003839","quote_3_text":"WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS INTO NEUTRAL AND THE CAR ROLLS UNPOWERED TO A STOP. IF THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF AND TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTED TO \"PARK\" TO RESTART THE ENGINE IT IS THEN IMPOSSIBLE TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION OUT OF \"PARK\" INTO NEUTRAL OR ANY OTHER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"vw-jetta-2010-ignition-switch-stuck","label":"Ignition switch key stuck, engine will not shut off","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11420656","quote_1_text":"When I try to start the car it was giving me a hard time to turn the key in the ignition then when I got it to start I was coming home and I park the car try to stop the car and take the key out the ignition it won't cut off and the key stuck in the ignition while the car still","quote_2_odi":"11132106","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY BECAME STUCK IN THE RUN POSITION IN THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT STRUCK THE IGNITION WITH A HAMMER LIGHTLY AND THE KEY WAS ABLE TO BE RELEASED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CIOCCA VOLKSWAGEN (1346 LEHIGH ST,","quote_3_odi":"11078570","quote_3_text":"THE KEY IS STUCK IN THE ON POSITION WITH ENGINE RUNNING. HAD TO PULL RELAY TO STOP ENGINE. UNABLE TO REMOVE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH. DEALER CHARGES $600-$800 TO REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"vw-jetta-2010-abs-control-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure triggering brake warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11590030","quote_1_text":"ABS module in 2010 VW Jetta wagon malfunctioned. Warning lights in dash were lit for ABS, Brake, and airbag on 5/18/24. Towed to local auto shop by AAA on 5/20/24. Verified by local auto shop as faulty ABS module on 5/21/24. Prior year VW Jetta wagon (2009) already has recall","quote_2_odi":"11460250","quote_2_text":"After a hard braking situation, the ABS, Traction Control, and Brake warning lights activated. A computer scan by the dealer indicated the ABS system failed and needs replacement (computer printout and repair estimate attached). There is a recall (16V-913) for the identical","quote_3_odi":"11279826","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE ABS INDICATOR BEGAN TO BEEP. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES, BUT THE BRAKES DID NOT SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN INITIALLY. THE VEHICLE EVENTUALLY SLOWED DOWN AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"vw-jetta-2010-high-pressure-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causing stall while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11423896","quote_1_text":"I was driving 75 miles an hour on a major interstate and the car stopped accelerating while I was driving.(major safety issue) I was able to get to the side of the road and the car died and would not start again. The glow plug warning light started flashing as this was","quote_2_odi":"11111037","quote_2_text":"ON JUNE 6TH, WHILE ROLLING UP TO AN INTERSECTION, THE GLOW PLUG SENSOR LIGHT FLASHED, AND THEN CAR STALLED. IT WOULDN'T START AGAIN. IT WAS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AS THE MPH ON THE ROAD IS 50, AND THE CAR WAS NOT IN A GOOD POSITION TO BE MOVED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. TONS OF CARS","quote_3_odi":"11033407","quote_3_text":"ENGINE STALLS OUT AS IF IT IS GETTING NO FUEL. IT HAPPENS WHEN IT IS STATIONARY, IN MOTION AND ON CITY STREETS ON OCCASIONS AND VERY DANGEROUS. SEEMS LIKE SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE FUEL PUMP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"vw-jetta-2010-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11350140","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2010 VW JETTA WITH 118K ON IT AND WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY ENGINE DIED ON ME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY CAUSING SOME SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. I EVETUALLY HAD THE CAR TOWED TO NEAREST REPAIR SHOP AND THEY ESTIMATED REPAIR COST TO BE BETWEEN 4-5K RANGE TO REPLACE THE TIMING","quote_2_odi":"11222727","quote_2_text":"THE TIMING CHAIN SYSTEM IN MY 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA WOLFSBURG EDITION FAILED, RENDERING THE CAR IMMOBILE. FORTUNATELY, THE VEHICLE WAS IN A PARKING LOT, AS FAILURE IN A ROAD COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. BASED ON READINGS, THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MULTIPLE CARS WITH THE SAME ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-headlight-bulb-failure","label":"Premature low-beam headlight bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11209137","quote_1_text":"PREMATURE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT BULB FAILURE. THE LOW BEAM H7 BULBS FAIL AFTER JUST 2 TO 3 MONTHS OF USE. I HAVE USED OEM BULBS, SYLVANIA BULBS OF EVERY LEVEL, AND THE BULBS STILL FAIL AFTER A SHORT TIME","quote_2_odi":"11155934","quote_2_text":"LOW-BEAM HEADLIGHTS GO DARK WITHIN A YEAR AT BEST. I HAVE REPLACED HEADLIGHT BULBS AT LEAST 6 TIMES SINCE I'VE OWNED IT. I RECENTLY REPLACED ONE BULB AND THE NEXT DAY IT WAS OUT","quote_3_odi":"11300579","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE OF MY JETTA LIGHTING WENT OFF , I WENT ONLINE TO SEE WHAT CAN BE WRONG WITH IT AND I SEE MANY PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM, THATS UNSAFE, SHOULD BE RECALLED, ITS NOT A FUSE OR LIGHT BULBS ,SO ITS THE WIRE IN, I THINK THIS IS NO SAFE TO BE DRIVING AND SHOULD BE CHECK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-wiper-cold-failure","label":"Windshield wiper failure in cold temperatures","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11089735","quote_1_text":"WIPERS DO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY IN COLD TEMPERATURES. IN VERY COLD WEATHER, THEY WILL OFTEN TAKE 3-5 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING ONCE TURNED ON. IN COOL TEMPERATURES THEY WILL OFTEN RUN AT A VERY SLOW PACE","quote_2_odi":"11062071","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD WIPERS NOT FUNCTIONING WHEN VEHICLE IS IN 18 DEGREE AND BELOW TEMPERATURES FOR A FEW HOURS. WIPERS WORK FINE ONCE VEHICLE IS HEATED UP IN GARAGE OR OUTSIDE TEMPERATURES RISE ABOVE 18 DEGREES","quote_3_odi":"11057496","quote_3_text":"IF THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE GOES BELOW APPROXIMATELY 15 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT, THE WIPERS FAIL TO OPERATE. THIS CAN HAPPEN WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN PARKED, OR DURING OPERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-engine-stall-shutoff","label":"Engine stall or shutoff while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11587738","quote_1_text":"The engine stalls intermittently while driving as listed in a recall for 2011 VW Jettas. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I was at risk of an accident when the car stalls while driving on the road and on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11419266","quote_2_text":"My car would randomly stall while driving, happens both when braking and not braking. When it stalls steering wheel locks up, cannot press gas pedal, and brakes stop working almost","quote_3_odi":"11030417","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY SINCE PURCHASE, COMMONLY WHEN EXITING A FREEWAY TO A STOP OR DURING RUSH HOUR(STOP/GO)TRAFFIC. BEFORE STALLING, VEHICLE WILL JERK, ROUGH IDLE, AND DELAY ACCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key sticks and will not turn off engine","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11342352","quote_1_text":"2 MONTHS AGO KEY GOT STUCK IN IGNITION WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THE KEY WILL NOT T URN TO OFF POSITION AND CAR KEEPS RUNNING. IT HAPPENED 2 MORE TIMES THEN YESTERDAY IT HAPPENED 5 TIMES. CAR HAD TO BE STALLED MANUALLY IN ORDER FOR IT TO STOP RUNNING","quote_2_odi":"11290590","quote_2_text":"COMPLETE, SUDDEN FAILURE OF IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER CAUSED UNEXPECTED, IMMEDIATE, AND TOTAL LOSS OF USE OF SOLE VEHICLE LEAVING DRIVER STRANDED","quote_3_odi":"11020684","quote_3_text":"THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION WHEN ATTEMPTING TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE; THUS PREVENTING THE ENGINE FROM BEING ABLE TO BE TURNED OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure with warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11677285","quote_1_text":"ABS Control Module total failure No warnings appeared prior to the total failure of the ABS Control Module to indicate that the car needed servicing. ABS would have failed in an emergency braking according to the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11444005","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed but the brakes locked up causing the vehicle to spin 180 degrees","quote_3_odi":"11234479","quote_3_text":"AT 46,800 MILES THE ABS CONTROL MODULE HAS FAILED. WHEN STARTING UP THE CAR, NUMEROUS WARNING LIGHTS INCLUDING (ABS, TRACTION, AIR BAG, AND BRAKE) ILLUMINATE. THESE LIGHTS REMAIN ON WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND VEHICLE IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-horn-clockspring-failure","label":"Horn failure linked to steering wheel clockspring","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11527943","quote_1_text":"Volkswagen Jettas between 2011-2014 received a recall for the clockspring issue that occurs. I just learned that I am experiencing the same issue and my car is the same year and make. Both the airbag light is on and the horn does not work properly which is a major safety risk","quote_2_odi":"11115475","quote_2_text":"HORN DOESN'T WORK AND THERE IS NO WARNING LIGHT. A VEHICLE DECIDED TO DO A U-TURN IN FRONT OF ME WITH NO WARNING. HIT THE HORN TO FIND IT NOT FUNCTIONING. THERE IS NO WARNING LIGHT TO INDICATE THERE IS AN ISSUE. THE PART THAT FAILED IS ALSO TIED TO THE AIRBAG SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"11062914","quote_3_text":"IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT THE VEHICLE'S HORN STARTED WEAKENING OUT AND IT STOPPED WORKING. I DID SOME RESEARCH AND FOUND THAT OTHER PEOPLE WHO OWNED AN MK6 (2011-2015) JETTA HAD THE SAME ISSUE ACROSS THE NATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-coil-spring-suspension","label":"Rear coil spring or trailing arm failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11478915","quote_1_text":"Going down the road - in town - at about 35 mph and I started to hear loud clanking while I felt as the rear of the car felt \"stiff\" all of a sudden. I parked the car as soon as I could to check it over. The rear passenger side coil spring just snapped as you'd break a pretzel","quote_2_odi":"11423741","quote_2_text":"The spring in the back left suspension fell off/broke. We heard a loud clank on the highway and were able to slowly steer to a local mechanic. The back left of the car sunk over the wheel, he looked under and told us the issue","quote_3_odi":"11185991","quote_3_text":"BROKEN TRAILING ARM AFTER 3 DAYS OF PURCHASE FROM DEALERSHIP DEALERSHIP REFUSES TO FIX IT RECALL FOR MY CAR REAR TRAILING ARM I WAS DRIVING AND THE CAR STARTED JUMPING IT SEEMED LIKE, LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE THEN I COULD NO LONGER DRIVE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-ignition-switch-key-stuck","label":"Ignition switch/key stuck in ignition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11487725","quote_1_text":"Ignition switch. Having a hard time turning car off","quote_2_odi":"11319592","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS IN PARK AND TRIED TURNING KEY TO TURN VEHICLE OFF. THE KEY WILL NOT COME OUT OF THE IGNITION SWITCH AND CAR WILL NOT TURN OFF. DISCONNECTED BATTERY, CAR STILL WOULD NOT TURN OFF. I HAD TO REMOVE FUSE IN ORDER FOR CAR TO TURN OFF","quote_3_odi":"11129728","quote_3_text":"IGNITION KEY WILL NOT TURN ENGINE OFF, CANNOT REMOVE WITHOUT 10 MINUTES OF JIGGLING. SECOND OCCURRENCE, SECOND REPAIR. MY VEHICLE HAS 49,800 MILES. IGNITION MODULE AND ASSOCIATED PARTS WERE REPLACED IN 2015 DUE TO FAILURE AND NOW IN SEPTEMBER 2018 DUE TO FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring/trailing arm fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11478915","quote_1_text":"Going down the road - in town - at about 35 mph and I started to hear loud clanking while I felt as the rear of the car felt \"stiff\" all of a sudden. I parked the car as soon as I could to check it over","quote_2_odi":"11423741","quote_2_text":"The spring in the back left suspension fell off/broke. We heard a loud clank on the highway and were able to slowly steer to a local mechanic. The back left of the car sunk over the wheel, he looked under and told us the issue","quote_3_odi":"11326318","quote_3_text":"BOTH REAR SPRINGS BROKE WITHOUT WARNING (AT SEPARATE TIMES). THIS CLEARLY SEEMS TO BE A MANUFACTURING DEFECT, AS I HAVE SINCE DISCOVERED THAT IT'S A VERY COMMON OCCURRENCE. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-wiper-failure-cold-weather","label":"Windshield wiper failure in cold temperatures","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11403786","quote_1_text":"I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN IT STARTED POURING RAIN. I TRIED TO TURN ON MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON THE VW JETTA 2011 AND THEY DID NOT MOVE. I LOST VISIBILITY IN SECONDS AT 50MPH AND THANK GOODNESS, WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER BEFORE ANYONE WAS HURT BUT IT WAS TERRIFYING AND A CLOSE CALL","quote_2_odi":"11089735","quote_2_text":"WIPERS DO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY IN COLD TEMPERATURES. IN VERY COLD WEATHER, THEY WILL OFTEN TAKE 3-5 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING ONCE TURNED ON. IN COOL TEMPERATURES THEY WILL OFTEN RUN AT A VERY SLOW PACE. CHANGING WIPER BLADES HAS NO EFFECT/IMPACT","quote_3_odi":"11057496","quote_3_text":"IF THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE GOES BELOW APPROXIMATELY 15 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT, THE WIPERS FAIL TO OPERATE. THIS CAN HAPPEN WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN PARKED, OR DURING OPERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-radio-head-unit-failure","label":"Radio/head unit sudden failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11310610","quote_1_text":"CAR HAS LESS THAN 44,000 MILES AND RADIO STOPPED WORKING. NO WARNING..JUST STOPPED WORKING","quote_2_odi":"11046977","quote_2_text":"TURNED ON VEHICLE, WENT TO TURN ON THE STEREO, AND ONCE I HIT THE 'POWER' BUTTON, IT TURNED ON AND THEN THE SCREEN WENT BLACK, RESULTING IN THE COMPLETE LOSS OF THE HEAD UNIT, RADIO, BLUE TOOTH, AND CLOCK","quote_3_odi":"11183703","quote_3_text":"MY RADIO STOPPED WORKING. MY WARRANTY JUST RAN OUT AND THEN MY RADIO GOES. I DO NOT THINK THIS IS A COINCIDENCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11419266","quote_1_text":"My car would randomly stall while driving, happens both when braking and not braking. When it stalls steering wheel locks up, cannot press gas pedal, and brakes stop working almost","quote_2_odi":"11144129","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING CAR THE ENGINE WILL STALL AND LOCK UP THE POWER STEERING. IT MAY HAPPEN 3-4 TIMES WITHIN IN 3 MILE DISTANCE. IT HAS BEEN TAKEN TO TWO DIFFERENT AUTO REPAIR SHOPS ONE OF WHICH DEALS ONLY WITH GERMAN MOTORS. THE PROBLEM CANNOT BE DIAGNOSED","quote_3_odi":"11030417","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY SINCE PURCHASE, COMMONLY WHEN EXITING A FREEWAY TO A STOP OR DURING RUSH HOUR(STOP/GO)TRAFFIC. BEFORE STALLING, VEHICLE WILL JERK, ROUGH IDLE, AND DELAY ACCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-horn-failure-clockspring","label":"Horn failure linked to clockspring/airbag light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11032548","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT ON, VW MECHANIC DIAGNOSED STEERING WHEEL CLOCK SPRING FAILURE, AND INDICATED THE AIRBAGS MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY. THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A PREVIOUS RECALL FOR THE SAME ISSUE ON THE SAME MAKE AND MODEL","quote_2_odi":"11066511","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE HORN WOULD NOT FUNCTION. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO A FUEL STATION, TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE, RESTARTED IT, BUT THE HORN WAS STILL NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY","quote_3_odi":"11124715","quote_3_text":"MY HORN AND FRONT RIGHT PARKING LIGHT BOTH STOPPED WORKING AT THE SAME TIME. I NOTICED THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE SAME MAKE/MODEL/YEAR AS MY CAR, BUT MY VIN IS NOT INCLUDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-abs-control-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure with warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11677285","quote_1_text":"ABS Control Module total failure No warnings appeared prior to the total failure of the ABS Control Module to indicate that the car needed servicing. ABS would have failed in an emergency braking according to the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11444005","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed but the brakes locked up causing the vehicle to spin 180 degrees","quote_3_odi":"11234479","quote_3_text":"AT 46,800 MILES THE ABS CONTROL MODULE HAS FAILED. WHEN STARTING UP THE CAR, NUMEROUS WARNING LIGHTS INCLUDING (ABS, TRACTION, AIR BAG, AND BRAKE) ILLUMINATE. THESE LIGHTS REMAIN ON WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND VEHICLE IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"vw-eos-2013-takata-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delayed by parts shortage","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10978813","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL- I HAVE TRIED TO CONTACT ALL DEALERSHIPS AROUND MY AREA, ALLEN, TEXAS AND WHEN I ASK ABOUT WHEN THE AIRBAGS IN MY CAR CAN BE REPLACED, ALL I HAVE GOTTEN IS, WE DON'T HAVE THEM YET AND WE DON'T KNOW WHEN WE WILL RECEIVE ANY FROM TAKATA. WE ARE AT THEIR MERCY","quote_2_odi":"10970316","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10887388","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V483000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V078000 (AIR BAGS), BUT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"vw-eos-2013-horn-clockspring-failure","label":"Horn and steering wheel clockspring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11521753","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Eos. The contact stated while having a routine check at the dealer, the mechanic informed the contact that the horn was not functioning and that the clockspring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred","quote_2_odi":"11446708","quote_2_text":"I pressed the steering wheel to activate the HORN. The HORN did not work. My VW dealer (Valenti VW, Watertown, CT) after 1.5 hours determined the the spring on the steering wheel that activates the horn and possibly the airbag is broken","quote_3_odi":"11378310","quote_3_text":"IN NORMAL DRIVING, I TURNED STEERING WHEEL TO PULL INTO A PARKING SPACE AND THERE WAS A SNAP IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS SOUND WAS THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO THE STEERING WHEEL BREAKING AWAY. I LOST KEY FUNCTIONS FROM THE STEERING WHEEL INCLUDING THE AIRBAG, HORN, AND STEERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"vw-eos-2013-engine-stall-shift-to-neutral","label":"Engine stalling or shifting to neutral while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11139495","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MILES PER HOUR, VEHICLE SHIFTED ITSELF TO NEUTRAL... SLOWLY CHANGED LANES TO EMERGENCY LANE AND CAME TO A HAULT. PLACED CAR ON PARK TESTED REVERSE AND IT WORKED...PLACE ON DRIVE AND CAR DROVE ON","quote_2_odi":"11132793","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL. ALSO, THE SERVICE VEHICLE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT'S DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE READER PROVIDED CODE: U0103","quote_3_odi":"10981626","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-coil-spring-breakage","label":"Coil spring breakage during low-speed maneuvering","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11348926","quote_1_text":"FRONT DRIVER SIDE COIL SPRING BROKE. BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY","quote_2_odi":"11329634","quote_2_text":"BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY REAR PASSENGER COIL SPRING BROKE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-intercooler-water-intrusion","label":"Intercooler water intrusion causing misfire or no-start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11447672","quote_1_text":"Misfiring after cold starts. After driving the car in freezing temperatures, problem sometimes happens when the car is allowed to sit and water in the intercooler melts","quote_2_odi":"10659501","quote_2_text":"I DRIVE 50 MILES ONE WAY TO WORK. DROVE CAR TO WORK AND PARKED FOR THE DAY (6 AM), WENT OUT AFTER WORK TO START CAR AND CAR WOULD NOT TURN OVER. CAR ACTED AS IF THE MOTOR WAS LOCKED, CAR IS A MANUAL DRIVE SO I LEFT CAR IN GEAR AND ROLLED BACK WARD TO BUMP MOTOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-hpfp-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure (TDI diesel)","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10861470","quote_1_text":"THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED AT 130,000 MILES COSTING $5000 TO REPLACE THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP AND 4 INJECTORS","quote_2_odi":"10747211","quote_2_text":"ON 5 AUG 2015, AT APPROXIMATELY 9:00 PM, MY 2013 VW GOLF TDI SUDDENLY DIED WHILE DRIVING DOWN A MAJOR THOROUGHFARE IN LEXINGTON, KY","quote_3_odi":"10627303","quote_3_text":"I WAS ENTERING THE FREEWAY AND ACCELERATING WHEN I REALIZED THAT MY CAR WOULDN'T GO FASTER THAN 40MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-timing-chain-tensioner","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10956189","quote_1_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. LOSS OF ENGINE POWER, BRAKING AND STEERING","quote_2_odi":"11450468","quote_2_text":"Car shut off while driving on the freeway at a high rate of speed. EPS and Check Engine light came on. Luckily was able to pull over without hurting anyone. Local repair shop said it is the timing chain system","quote_3_odi":"11506679","quote_3_text":"i was driving down the freeway on the way to work at 75 mph when all of a sudden my EPC went off in my 2013 volkswagon gti my entire car shut down (manual transmission) i lost all steering ability while on the freeway going 75 mph i couldn't get over to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-epc-stall-loss-of-steering","label":"EPC-triggered engine stall with loss of power steering","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11005491","quote_1_text":"THE EPC STARTED COMING ON, IT LOSES POWER AND SOMETIMES CUTS OFF WHILE I AM DRIVING. MY SPEED SLOWS DOWN TO 3 MILES AN HOUR","quote_2_odi":"10633456","quote_2_text":"DRIVING IN FREEWAY TRAFFIC AT AROUND 35-40 MPH. PRIOR,TO THIS INCIDENT, CAR HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED AND TROUBLE FREE. ENGINE DIED, SUBSEQUENTLY POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING AND I NEEDED TO STEER VEHICLE TO SHOULDER OF ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10534805","quote_3_text":"AFTER EXITING THE FREEWAY, I WAS DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC AND THE ENGINE CUT OUT WITHOUT WARNING. I WAS UNABLE TO CHANGE LANES DUE TO LACK OF POWER AND POWER STEERING, SO I TRIED TO RE-START THE ENGINE WHILE COASTING IN THE FAST LANE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10950371","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED A NOTICE OF THIS RECALL ALMOST A YEAR AGO, AND JUST CONTACTED THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THERE IS NO PROJECTED DATE FOR THE REPAIR. AFTER READING ABOUT THIS, IT SEEMS LIKE SOMETHING VERY DANGEROUS TO BE LEFT UNREPAIRED WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10919740","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL, IT'S BEEN 5 MONTHS SINCE I GOT THE NOTICE; HOWEVER, THE DEALER STILL HAS NO PART TO REPLACE THE DEFECTED PART","quote_3_odi":"10935375","quote_3_text":"WHY IS IT TAKING SO LONG TO IMPLEMENT A FIX FOR THE TAKATA DRIVER-SIDE AIRBAG RECALL? MAKES ME NERVOUS TO DRIVE THE CAR AND FRUSTRATED THAT THERE IS AN UN-ACTIONED RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-brake-pedal-collapse","label":"Brake pedal collapse leading to crash","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2013-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10532475","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 48 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL COLLAPSED, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO THE MEDIAN. THE CONTACT DID NOT SUSTAIN ANY INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"10536973","quote_2_text":"ON JULY 16TH, 2013, AT 9:10 PM, I HAD DRIVEN, MY VW GOLF, 11 MILES, AT FREEWAY SPEEDS, OF 59 MPH. I WAS USING THE CRUISE CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2013-mechatronic-transmission-failure","label":"DSG/hybrid transmission mechatronic unit failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":80,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11565919","quote_1_text":"This is a common problem with the 2013 vw hybrid Jetta. The dealership charged me $300 and told me I needed to just replace my transmission because the mechtronic unit has cracks in it. No mention of a recall. Here is a description of my issue (found online), to the letter","quote_2_odi":"11445452","quote_2_text":"Transmission is about to fail: at ODO 98800 the CEL indicates code P177B - Clutch Tolerance limit reached. The DSG transmission mechatronic unit was changed at ODO 46734 because the engine was loosing power. Volkswagen's has a recent recall 34J6 for this problem and vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11702517","quote_3_text":"While driving the vehicle at about 20mph about a week ago, the check hybrid light began flashing. After stopping and restarting the vehicle, the check engine light came on. The vehicle has been diagnosed at a Volkswagen dealership service center as leaking hydraulic fluid from","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2013-tdi-fuel-pump-failure","label":"TDI diesel high pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11593931","quote_1_text":"High pressure fuel pump failed on a 2013 TDI diesel. Every other manufacturer was forced to recall / replace the Bosch CP4 hpfp , why was volkswagen's not recalled? The failure of this component stops the car on the interstate. VW offered a 10 year extended warranty while all","quote_2_odi":"11623806","quote_2_text":"Cp4 pump failed on car with 85,000 miles on it sending metal pieces throughout the fuel system causing damage and a $9,000 bill to fix a car worth $9,000 so it is essentially totaled","quote_3_odi":"11735317","quote_3_text":"Driving vehicle on highway, vehicle lost engine power, no acceleration possible. Attempt to restart vehicle resulted in no start. Subsequent evaluation of fault revealed high pressure fuel pump failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2013-airbag-clockspring-failure","label":"Airbag warning light and clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11468336","quote_1_text":"Airbag malfunction indicator lamp has illuminated, horn is not funtional. Returned to Volkswagen dealership for diagnosis, prognosis being faulty \"clock spring.\" Was previously indicated as repaired under recall exhibiting same symptoms some years previously but, problem has","quote_2_odi":"11460189","quote_2_text":"My car's clock spring has failed causing the driver side / steering wheel airbag connection to fail in my car. I see that many other VW's including many VW Jettas in the same year of manufacture had a recall for this exact issue but searching by my VIN does not show a recall","quote_3_odi":"11691807","quote_3_text":"I discovered that my 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has a completely nonfunctional airbag system. On 8/23/23- airbag warning light illuminated and has remained on. In 08/2025- Midas staff informed me the light may indicate an airbag defect and referred me to Volkswagen. On 09/24/2025","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2013-ignition-key-lock-recall","label":"Ignition switch key removal and steering lock recall","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11537164","quote_1_text":"The key gets stuck in the ignition switch and the car is not able to turn off. In order to remove the key you have to jiggle it several times which could be minutes or up to an hour. Could be a safety issue if I’m somewhere and need to turn the car off immediately","quote_2_odi":"11278492","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V615000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT","quote_3_odi":"11720919","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle decelerated and nearly caused a crash on the freeway. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, restarted, and the vehicle operated as intended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2013-brake-lockup-failure","label":"Brake pedal lockup or failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11509328","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a rainy day on the freeway where my breaks went out on me. I pressed down all of the way and the car wouldn’t stop. After I let go of the break I then pressed on the break again and they seemed to have locked on me. I ended up using my emergency breaks and was","quote_2_odi":"11485904","quote_2_text":"The car automatically locked its brakes without me even touching the brakes while I was going 60mph and almost lost control. My safety was put at risk because the car locked its brakes without me pushing the breaks, they would not disengage and was stuck in the middle of the","quote_3_odi":"11458873","quote_3_text":"The brake system has malfunctioned, and I would be happy for you to inspect it. The brakes come on suddenly when the foot brake is not being applied. The car will not move when this happens, creating a very dangerous situation on the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2013-stall-no-restart-electrical","label":"Vehicle stalling and failing to restart while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11486108","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle would intermittently fail to restart soon after failure. Due to the failure, the vehicle had been","quote_2_odi":"11348813","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE IN PARK FOR 30 SECONDS AND ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO","quote_3_odi":"11459500","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle would vibrate and jerk. The contact also mentioned that the braking system failed to function as designed. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2013-headlight-failure-recall-94g8","label":"Low-beam headlight failure related to recall 94G8","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":748,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11608764","quote_1_text":"The 2012-2013 VW Passat’s have a safety recall 94G8 for a defective headlight caused by a faulty electrical connect at the bulb clip. It is caused by hood closing vibrating the loosens the bulb clip causing a loss of electrical contact","quote_2_odi":"11637476","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that the low-beam headlights failed to illuminate as needed. The contact stated that the driver’s side low-beam headlight had stopped functioning as designed","quote_3_odi":"11736609","quote_3_text":"Passenger side headlight went out. The problem was not the bulb or fuse. This issue seems to perfectly match Safety Recall 94G8, but for some reason my car is not covered in that recall notice","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2013-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Delayed remedy for Takata airbag inflator recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":748,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11691269","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has an open Takata airbag recall with recall number 69E6. I have been placed on a waiting list at nearby dealerships for over 6 months. Each time I contact the dealerships, I am told to wait and call back in another month","quote_2_odi":"11688264","quote_2_text":"I've been waiting almost a year for an airbag recall replacement and still can't get an appointment anywhere because it's out of stock. I'm driving around with a air bag that can kill me. How long do I need to wait until something happens","quote_3_odi":"11755868","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Passat. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000 (Air Bags). The contact called the three closest dealers but no assistance with transporting the vehicle or offering an alternative option for repair was provided","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2013-clock-spring-airbag-horn-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag, horn, controls","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":748,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11589402","quote_1_text":"While making a U turn the clock spring broke, the air bag light came on and the steering wheel controls no longer function. This is the third time it has broken in this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11651424","quote_2_text":"Failed clock spring. Airbag light was present and a rattling noise, when turning, was noticed. Less than 72 hours later, the buttons on the steering wheel, including horn, stopped working, and a louder crack/pop was heard","quote_3_odi":"11477789","quote_3_text":"The clock spring was diagnosed to be faulty in February '22 and a new part was ordered and not in yet. This has made the airbag, wipers and horn stop working. This is a failure that affects thousands of VWs and they have no idea when the new parts will be available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2013-engine-stalling-power-loss","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":748,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11690973","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated while at a red light ,the vehicle intermittently stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions","quote_2_odi":"11607875","quote_2_text":"Speed was suddenly dropped and blinking glow plug light on when driving on highway. Had to carefully pull the car to the shoulder. Tow the car to the auto shop and confirmed that the turbocharger was failed. This TDI car was just over 120,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11436865","quote_3_text":"My car's engine performance weakened and it would not go past 40MPH. Two loops appeared on the dashboard flashing, pulled over turned off car then started it again. Two loop icon on dash went away. Started driving again and car would not drive past 20MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2013-high-pressure-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causing engine shutdown","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":748,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11606810","quote_1_text":"High pressure fuel pump failed, causing the car to completely shut down on the Highway. Because of the systems design, it sends fragments into the fuel lines and fuel injectors clogging them. The Passat TDI uses the CP4 HPFP that has already been recalled by FCA and BMW","quote_2_odi":"11599573","quote_2_text":"I barely got car onto right shoulder from middle lane when car shut off. Glow plug pigtails warning light came on right as I experienced significant decrease in engine power. AAA towed car to VW Dealer. Diagnostic performed on 7/5","quote_3_odi":"11354359","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED VEHICLE LESS THAN 6 MONTHS AGO AND WOULD NOT START. HAD IT TOWED AND TECH STATES IT IS FUEL PUMP AND FUEL TANK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2013-door-lock-instrument-panel-electrical","label":"Door lock actuator and instrument panel electrical failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":748,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11632892","quote_1_text":"The drives side door lock will not disengage. This condition will not allow the driver to exit the car. In the event of a medical emergency, accident, or fire the driver can not extricate themselves and first responders would be delayed in extricating the driver","quote_2_odi":"11566758","quote_2_text":"Like many other VW owners, one of the doors of my car would not close and the car was unsafe to operate. Some people reporting having been locked in the car (driver's side door will not open), requiring them to exit the passenger's side door","quote_3_odi":"11632454","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed that the instrument panel became inoperable. The contact stated the multiple warning lights would inadvertently illuminate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure triggers warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11553518","quote_1_text":"ABS module controlling the Anti-Lock brake system has failed. I am told there is a recall for earlier models of this car for the very same issue but not for 2012 model year","quote_2_odi":"11414557","quote_2_text":"VOLKSWAGEN KNOWS THEY HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THEIR ABS MODULE BUT REFUSE TO CORRECT IT. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR YEARS. CODES: 01130 ABS OPERATION NOT A PLAUSIBLE SIGNAL","quote_3_odi":"11130484","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY CAR ON NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS, NO RAIN, DAYLIGHT HOURS, WHEN COMING UP ON A STOP SIGN I PUSHED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND IT WOULDN'T PUSH, THE BREAKS DIDN'T WORK, I PUMPED THEM AND STILL THE PEDAL WOULDN'T MOVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front or rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11465875","quote_1_text":"Front driver strut coil spring snapped while driving","quote_2_odi":"11397193","quote_2_text":"I HAD TO HAVE ALL FOUR SPRINGS REPLACED BECAUSE THEY WERE BROKEN. I'VE SEEN MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE SAME PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11194747","quote_3_text":"ABOUT A YEAR AGO BOTH REAR SPRINGS WERE BROKE AND THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THEM. ABOUT A MONTH AGO BOTH FRONT SPRINGS WERE BROKE AND THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-wiper-cold-weather-failure","label":"Windshield wipers stop working in cold weather","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11372462","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE WEATHER GETS COLD AROUND 35 DEGREES AND LOWER, THE WIPERS STOP WORKING. THEY ARE NOT STUCK TO WINDSHIELD. VERY DANGEROUS AND HAPPENS RANDOMLY ON IN THE WINTER","quote_2_odi":"11182615","quote_2_text":"WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE AND THE TEMPERATURE GOES BELOW 20 DEGREES THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOP WORKING. WHEN THE TEMPERATURE WARMS UP THE WIPERS START WORKING AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11162008","quote_3_text":"WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL NOT TURN ON WHEN TEMPERATURES REACH BELOW 30 DEGREES. HAPPENS AT INITIAL START UP. A REAL SAFETY ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-sunroof-leak-shatter","label":"Sunroof leaks or shatters unexpectedly","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11316756","quote_1_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE 78 WEST BOUND FREEWAY, IT SOUNDED LIKE A LOUD EXPLOSION. I PULLED OVER AND NOTICED MY SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED AND SHATTERED. IT JUST BLEW UP WITH NO EXPLANATION, NOTHING HIT IT","quote_2_odi":"11195576","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF LEAKS ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE WHEN IT RAINS, CAUSING THE CAR TO HAVE FLOODING ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT SEAT AND BACK","quote_3_odi":"11372646","quote_3_text":"WATER LEAKED INTO CAR INTERIOR CARPET AND SPARE TIRE WELL. NEVER RECEIVED ANY NOTIFICATION OF RECALL DUE TO SUNROOF LEAKING. REPAIR WAS $900 OUT OF MY POCKET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Key stuck in ignition switch, engine won't shut off","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11063840","quote_1_text":"KEY IS STUCK IN IGNITION WHEN CAR IS PARKED, CAR WILL NOT TURN OFF","quote_2_odi":"11114191","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION WHILE STARTING AND SHUTTING OFF THE VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME SOMEONE ELSE OTHER THAN I, THE OWNER ATTEMPTS TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE. I HAVE HAD TO WIGGLE THE KEY A CERTAIN WAY TO TURN IT OFF","quote_3_odi":"11094006","quote_3_text":"I WAS HAVING TROUBLES TURNING MY CAR OFF IN DECEMBER 2015. THE KEY WAS STUCK IN THE ON POSITION AND NO MATTER WHAT I DID, I COULDN'T REMOVE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-hpfp-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure contaminates fuel system","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11614705","quote_1_text":"Cp4 high pressure fuel pump will self-destruct causing little pieces of metal to go throughout the fuel system and causing thousands in repair lots of manufacturers are doing recalls to this pump but nothing for Volkswagen","quote_2_odi":"11197016","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE SHUT OFF WHILE TRAVELING AT 65MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED, CAUSING THE SHUTDOWN","quote_3_odi":"11172550","quote_3_text":"HAVING DIFFICULTY WITH MY VW JETTA SPORTWAGEN 2012 WITH ITS HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP HAVING CONTAMINATED THE FUEL SYSTEM IN THE CAR WITH METAL SHARDS CAPTURED ON THE FUEL METERING VALVE. ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM NEEDS REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-clockspring-airbag-horn","label":"Clock spring failure disables horn and airbag warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11618327","quote_1_text":"Clock spring went out and would have failed to deploy the airbags if i was in an accident. there was no notification that said it went out","quote_2_odi":"11105286","quote_2_text":"WHILE DEPRESSING THE HORN, IT FAILED TO SOUND AND THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLOCK SPRING NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"11078638","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE AFTER IT STOPPED ABRUPTLY. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD AND NECK INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-parked-vehicle-rollaway","label":"Vehicle rolls away after being parked and shut off","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11256100","quote_1_text":"WHILE PARKING THE VEHICLE AND PLACING THE GEAR IN THE PARK POSITION, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ROLL FORWARD DOWN A HILL. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE BEFORE THE VEHICLE ROLLED INTO A RIVER","quote_2_odi":"11254665","quote_2_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND PARKED WITH THE IGNITION KEY REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH, THE VEHICLE WOULD ROLL AWAY. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE NEEDED TO BE ACTIVATED EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED TO PREVENT IT FROM ROLLING","quote_3_odi":"11283166","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY ON AN INCLINE SUBURBAN CITY STREET. THE KEY WAS UNABLE TO BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION AFTER DRIVING AND PLACING GEAR IN THE PARK POSITION. I WAS ABLE TO REMOVE IT AFTER I PUT THE VEHICLE IN THE NEUTRAL GEAR POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2012-door-latch-lock-mechanism-failure","label":"Door latch and lock mechanism failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":483,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11291102","quote_1_text":"DRIVERS DOOR HANDLE WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE AND VW WANTS A TON TO REPAIR IT. ON THE FORUMS & INTERNET THEY STATED WE SHOULD BE OPENING A CASE HERE AS ITS A KNOWN ISSUE AND SHOULD BE RECALLED","quote_2_odi":"11065414","quote_2_text":"DRIVER SIDE DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE. DOOR LOCK LATCH MECHANISM FAILED. CANNOT DRIVE CAR IF DOOR WON'T STAY LATCHED. INDEPENDENT SHOP REPLACED MECHANISM","quote_3_odi":"11139216","quote_3_text":"DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS FAIL TO LOCK CAR DOORS. HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS ON A 2012 VW PASSAT OVER APPROXIMATELY 4 YEARS. THERE IS NO OPTION TO LOCK THE DOOR WITH A KEY OR MANUALLY FROM WITHIN CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2012-abs-control-pump-failure","label":"ABS control and pump unit failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":483,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11415827","quote_1_text":"FAILURE OF THE ABS CONTROL/PUMP ON MY 2012 VW PASSAT WITH LESS THAN 100,000 MILES ON IT CAUSING UNSAFE DRIVING CONDITIONS. I LOOK ONLINE AND SEE THAT THIS IS A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY ISSUE FOR VW OWNERS","quote_2_odi":"11374806","quote_2_text":"I COULD NOT STOP THE CAR THE BREAK WAS EXTREMELY HARD TO PUSH, IT WAS LIKE PUSHING A LEAD WEIGHT AND FINALLY THE CAR STOPPED AFTER PUSHING WITH ALL MY STRENGTH WITH BOTH FEET","quote_3_odi":"11321071","quote_3_text":"A LOT OF INDICATOR LIGHTS CAME ON IN MY DASHBOARD INCLUDING ABS CONTROL FAILURE AMONG OTHER INDICATORS. I HAD THIS DIAGNOSED AT MY LOCAL VW DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID IT WAS A FAILURE IN THE ABS CONTROL/PUMP UNIT AND IT WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2012-takata-airbag-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":103,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":483,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10967581","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR","quote_2_odi":"11692378","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Passat. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000(Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the air bags warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11661492","quote_3_text":"Received Important Safety Recall letter dated December 2024 from VW. NHTSA: 24V834. Safety Recall 69EG. Today is May 16th, 2025. Dealers have no parts, BUT this is a safety recall. How can this be remedy asap, before accidents occurs? No ETA as to when parts are available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2012-clock-spring-airbag-horn-steering-loss","label":"Steering clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":483,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11517807","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while turning the steering wheel in either direction, there was a clicking sound was coming from the steering column. Additionally, while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11186575","quote_2_text":"FEB 2018 VW REPLACED THE AIRBAGS AND CLOCK SPRING. APPROXIMATELY ONE YEAR LATER, THE AIRBAG LIGHTS CAME ON TOGETHER WITH THE ABS AND TIRE PRESSURE LIGHTS. I HAVE NO POWER TO THE STEERING WHEEL, NO HORN ETC. MY STEERING IS GETTING TIGHTER AND TIGHTER TO TURN","quote_3_odi":"11482296","quote_3_text":"CLOCK SPRING FAIL AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON HORN IS NOT WORKING DANGEROUS TO DRIVE CAR LIKETHIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2012-fuel-pump-delivery-system-stall","label":"Fuel pump and fuel delivery system failure causing stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":483,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11209300","quote_1_text":"CAR STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSTATE, WAS ALMOST HIT BY SEMI-TRUCK. FUEL PUMP SENT METAL SHARDS IN THE FUEL SYSTEM. VW DEALERSHIP QUOTED COST OF $ 6000 TO REBUILD ENTIRE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM BECAUSE OF A DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP","quote_2_odi":"11092391","quote_2_text":"FUELL PUMP CONTROL COMPUTER MODULE LOST POWER. VEHICLE STALLED WHILE TURNING IN FRONT OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC! IN THE MIDDLE OF INTERSECTIONS ETC. CAUSING A EXTREMELY DANGEROUS POSSIBILITY OF DEATH SITUATION","quote_3_odi":"11351480","quote_3_text":"TWICE WHILE DRIVING, THE FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM FAILED LEAVING THE AUTOMOBILE DISABLED ON THE HIGHWAY. ON BOTH OCCASIONS IT WAS REPORTED THAT METAL WAS FOUND IN THE FUEL PUMP AND ALL COMPONENTS OF THE FUEL SYSTEM WERE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2012-electrical-stall-no-start","label":"Electrical system failure causing engine stall or no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":483,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11506092","quote_1_text":"The electrical system failed. It has been to numerous mechanics many refusing to do the work. The car cuts off while driving randomly. When ignition is turned off and then turned back on car starts again. No light on dash alternator ecu fuel pump fuses all replaced in effort to","quote_2_odi":"11316106","quote_2_text":"I WENT OUT TO START MY CAR ON SUNDAY AFTERNOON TO RUN ERRANDS BUT WHEN I PUT MY KEY IN THE IGNITION, I COULD NOT GET THE ENGINE TO START AND DIDN'T HEAR A CLICKING SOUND. THE CAR HAD NOT BEEN MOVED FROM THE DRIVEWAY FOR ABOUT A DAY","quote_3_odi":"11132996","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND THE ELECTRONIC POWER CONTROL (EPC) INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2013-steering-wheel-shake","label":"Steering wheel shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10542458","quote_1_text":"UPON REACHING SPEEDS BETWEEN 65 AND APPROXIMATELY 75 MILES PER HOUR THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOTICEABLY SHAKE BACK AND FORTH VERY OBVIOUSLY, SO MUCH SO THAT IT WORRIED ME THERE WAS A MAJOR ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10644612","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 60 MPH - 75 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES BACK AND FORTH. THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKE IS NOTICEABLE TO THE POINT THAT IF YOU TAKE YOUR HANDS OFF THE STEERING WHEEL YOU LITERALLY CAN SEE THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATE BACK AND FORTH. THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2013-adblue-heater-failure","label":"AdBlue heater failure in diesel engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10920342","quote_1_text":"I HAVE JUST OVER 50,000 MILES ON MY TOUAREG TDI AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. DEALERSHIP TELLS ME THE ADBLUE HEATER NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AND IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE 80K EMISSIONS WARRANTY AND WILL COST ME $1,200 TO REPAIR. HOW CAN THIS NOT BE COVERED WHEN ADBLUE'S","quote_2_odi":"10907990","quote_2_text":"ADD BLUE HEATER SYSTEM ON THE DIESEL ENGINE WENT BAD AFTER LESS THAN 42000 MILES. I THOUGHT THIS WAS PART OF THE EMISSION SYSTEM IN THIS CAR BUT VW DOES NOT SEE IT THIS WAY. THEY WANT OVER 1,000 TO FIX THIS ON A CAR THE LIED ABOUT IN THE FIRST PLACE. SEEMS TO BE A BIG MONEY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2013-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11118510","quote_1_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED OUTWARD AND ENTIRE FRONT GLASS SUNROOF WAS SHATTERED. DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70MPH. ALL CAR DOOR WINDOWS WERE OPEN. TEMPURATURE OUTSIDE WAS APPROXIMATELY 85 DEGREES","quote_2_odi":"11461600","quote_2_text":"The sunroof glass of the car spontaneously exploded while driving on the interstate. No rock or object ever hit the glass, and it exploded, sending glass and debris all over myself and my passenger while driving 70mph. The noise was deafening and caused me to swerve as I was","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2013-catalytic-flange-separation","label":"Catalytic converter flange separation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11609208","quote_1_text":"The weld broke at the rear pre cat connection","quote_2_odi":"11562529","quote_2_text":"So there’s a campaign to add a bracket to one of the catalytic converters. That’s great except I never knew about it and the thing they added the bracket to prevent happened to me. The exhaust pipe from the catalytic separated from the flange connecting to the manifold. It’s","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2013-fuel-pump-stall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11040499","quote_1_text":"2013 TDI -HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE. HAVE NEVER PUT GASOLINE IN THE TANK. VW HAS REJECTED COST OF REPAIRS","quote_2_odi":"10980989","quote_2_text":"THE CAR JUST SUDDENLY STOPPED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HWY 91 IN LOS ANGELES IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND WITHIN 10 SECONDS COMPLETE STOP AND STALL ON THE HIGHWAY. TOWED TO VW DEALERS AND I WAS INFORMED THAT IS FAILURE OF THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2013-airbag-horn-malfunction","label":"Airbag and horn electrical malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11072745","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT APPEARED. HORN NOR STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS WORK. ADVISED IT WAS A STEERING WHEEL CLOCK SPRING FAULT. THERE WAS A RECALL BUT THIS PARTICULAR VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED","quote_2_odi":"11219734","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HORN FAILED TO WORK. THE CONTACT RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND THE STEERING WHEEL MALFUNCTIONED. BAXTER VOLKSWAGEN LA VISTA (7108 S 124TH CIR, LA VISTA, NE 68128, (402) 983-9801) STATED THAT THE AIR BAG","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2014-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":413,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11400271","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION IN A SHORT AMOUNT OF TIME","quote_2_odi":"11640392","quote_2_text":"Oil consumption: My 2014 Jetta 1.8T SE is consuming oil at an excessive rate. This began at 30,000 miles and has been to the VW dealership numerous times ending without resolution","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2014-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front and rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":413,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11465977","quote_1_text":"Both springs on the rear suspension . The driver side spring broke in half. The pax side broke in two locations. Vehicle only has 65,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11350750","quote_2_text":"LEFT FRONT COIL SPRING BROKE 2 PIECES OFF. HAPPENED WILE DRIVING UNIT ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS. COMBINATION OF CITY AND HIGHWAY DRIVING. UNIT STARTEF HAVING A CLUNKING NOISE AROUND 100,000 MILES AND THEN A PART OF THE COIL SPRING FELL OUT ONTO THE ROAD IN FRONT OF THE HOUSE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2014-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck preventing engine shutoff","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":413,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11218419","quote_1_text":"THE IGNITION SWITCH LOCKS, CANNOT TURN OFF VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENS WITH EITHER OF THE TWO IGNITION KEYS SUPPLIED BY DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11297819","quote_2_text":"KEY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION WHEN TURNING OFF THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2014-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain or belt failure causing seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":413,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11538177","quote_1_text":"timming chain damaged engine","quote_2_odi":"11240479","quote_2_text":"ENGINE SEIZED WITH NO PRIOR WARNING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2014-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission mechatronic failure and stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":413,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11500722","quote_1_text":"The vehicle transmission will disengage while driving. Dealer stated entire transmission needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11570641","quote_2_text":"Power train/transmission Clutch to fail to engage, loss of drive power in low speed and while drive in highways","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2014-airbag-clockspring","label":"Air bag clockspring failure and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":413,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11217687","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL, AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON RANDOMLY AND WILL NOT GO AWAY","quote_2_odi":"11254242","quote_2_text":"MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN HIT OR IN ANY ACCIDENT. NOW THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS NO LONGER WORK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-key-stuck-in-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition switch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11472454","quote_1_text":"key gets stuck in ignition and CANNOT turn car off","quote_2_odi":"11257577","quote_2_text":"2014 VW JETTA CAR KEY IS GETTING STUCK IN THE KEY IGNITION. PROBLEM STARTED AROUND ONLY AT 50,000 MILES. RIGHT NOW, AROUND 55,900 MILES, THE PROBLEM HAPPENS EVERY SINGLE TIME THE CAR KEY GETS INSERTED INTO THE KEY IGNITION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-front-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11496307","quote_1_text":"Front end making a banging noise. Local car shop tells me the front Driver side STRUT COIL SPRING is broken and flopping around. Car steers, and drives ok.WHAT IF IT HAD BLOWN MY TIRE when it busted???? Have never seen one of these springs break myself","quote_2_odi":"11343127","quote_2_text":"ON JUNE 21, 2020 WHILE DRIVING DOWN A PAVED FLAT ROAD MY PASSENGER SIDE FRONT COIL SPRING SNAPPED. I DID NOT HIT ANY BUMPS. THE PART WAS NOT RUSTY AND DID NOT SHOW ANY SIGNS OF WEAR. I HAD THE PART REPLACED. YESTERDAY, AUGUST 3, 2020, THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT COIL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-mechatronic-transmission-failure","label":"Mechatronic transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11732453","quote_1_text":"I was leaving my house to head to work. When I turned on the highway. The car randomly stopped accelerating. No warning or anything just stopped going. Pulled over to the side and shut it off for five mins. Turned it back on by the car","quote_2_odi":"11649963","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the Highway at 65 miles per hour when my vehicle suddenly appeared to go into neutral and I lost power in the middle lane and almost was rear-ended. I was able to move over to the side shoulder just gliding","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11702637","quote_1_text":"On October 17, 2025, I was driving my 2014 Volkswagen Jetta at approximately","quote_2_odi":"11579350","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that the son was driving at 46-47 MPH and turning left when another vehicle driving at 65-70 MPH crashed into the entire driver's side of the vehicle causing the vehicle to spin approximately","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-airbag-clockspring-warning-light","label":"Air bag clockspring and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11217687","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL, AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON RANDOMLY AND WILL NOT GO AWAY","quote_2_odi":"11493034","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH and depressing on the horn, the horn failed to make a sound. The contact stated that the air bag, ABS, and Electronic Steering Control (ESC) warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-auxiliary-heater-fire","label":"Auxiliary heater fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11708912","quote_1_text":"the auxiliary heater had burned through the heat shield and melted into the cabin causing a small fire and now some smoke to enter the cabin","quote_2_odi":"11697713","quote_2_text":"Auxiliary Heater, Part# 1KO 963 235 H, Melted at the grounding post, potentially damaging wiring harness. Fire started in driver side footwell on 11/5/2025. Included is a photo of where the fire originated from. Medium burning to hands, and","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11640392","quote_1_text":"Oil consumption: My 2014 Jetta 1.8T SE is consuming oil at an excessive rate. This began at 30,000 miles and has been to the VW dealership numerous times ending without resolution","quote_2_odi":"11363813","quote_2_text":"MY 2014 VW JETTA HAS ONLY 45,000 MILES AND IS OUT OF WARRANTY IS BURNING UP TO 5 QUARTS EVERY MONTH. I JUST PAID IT OFF BACK IN MAY OF THIS YEAR. CAN VW BE LIABLE TO FIXED IT AT NO CHARGE? WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS IF ANY?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-timing-chain-camshaft-sensor-stall","label":"Timing chain and camshaft sensor stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11538177","quote_1_text":"timming chain damaged engine","quote_2_odi":"11267971","quote_2_text":"PERFECTLY MAINTAINED 2014 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA WITH 65K MILES ON IT \"TIMING CHAINS ARE STRETCHED AND CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENTS VALUES ARE OUTSIDE OF SPECIFICATIONS MEANING THE CAMSHAFT HAS FAILED\". THERE IS ALSO AN ISSUE WITH THE TENSIONER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-heater-core-clogging","label":"Heater core clogging blocks heat and defrost","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-11 \\u2192 2026-06","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11309665","quote_1_text":"POORLY DESIGNED HEATER CORE CLOGS PREMATURELY REGARDLESS OF MAINTENANCE RESULTING IN INABILITY TO DEFROST WINDSHIELD BEFORE OR WHILE DRIVING, ESPECIALLY IN COLDER CLIMATES","quote_2_odi":"11744586","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the Check Engine warning light illuminated, and there was no heat coming from the front","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-transmission-oil-cooler-leak","label":"Transmission oil cooler O-ring fluid leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-12 \\u2192 2025-04","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11652865","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has a transmission coolant leak, which is common for some of the 2014 Passat. Not pretty sure if it is due to the faulty O-ring recalled for some of 2014 passats","quote_2_odi":"11451045","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH there was no issue with the vehicle. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, he noticed a fluid leak on the floor underneath the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain and tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 \\u2192 2020-09","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11280241","quote_1_text":"TIMING CHAIN DECIDED TO GIVE UP AS I WAS DRIVING ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY. NOW I'M STUCK HAVING TO POTENTIALLY REPLACE THE ENGINE, A 5K BILL. JUST PURCHASED THE CAR LAST YEAR AND STILL MAKING PAYMENT ON IT","quote_2_odi":"11359854","quote_2_text":"WHILE AT IDLE THE TIMING CHAIN MAKES A RATTLING NOISE. I HAD THE TIMIING CHAIN , GUIDES, AND TENTIONER REPLACED, AND IT STILL MAKES THE SAME NOISE. THE VAREIBLE CAM TIMING IS NOW MAKING A NOISE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-driver-door-latch-freezes","label":"Driver door latch fails to open in freezing temperatures","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 \\u2192 2022-12","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11446499","quote_1_text":"When outside temperature freezes, so does driver door. Will not open from outside or inside. After a few hours driving, it eventually worked. But next day, same thing","quote_2_odi":"11497971","quote_2_text":"Door latch failed to lock driver door. Door can't lock and will fly open when your operating. Acted up on a cold day where it wouldn't open then got stuck in the open position and wouldn't lock afterwards","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 \\u2192 2025-05","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11592682","quote_1_text":"Rear control arm rusted through, ejecting the spring and collapsing the suspension","quote_2_odi":"11222143","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE AN ABNORMAL BANGING SOUND. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE HOME AND INFORMED THEIR PARTNER ABOUT THE SOUND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-clock-spring-disables-controls","label":"Steering wheel clock spring disables horn and airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2019-05 \\u2192 2026-08","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11753037","quote_1_text":"Clockspring Recall. Horn not working, buttons on steering column not working, when turning steering wheel it makes a clicking noise, sounds like spring being pulled, driver side air bag light is illuminated on dash","quote_2_odi":"11543084","quote_2_text":"The clock spring is out on the vehicle again","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-takata-airbag-recall-backorder","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2019-04 \\u2192 2025-10","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11693624","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Passat. The received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000 (AIR BAGS) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local unknown dealer and manufacturer were contacted","quote_2_odi":"11646635","quote_2_text":"Volkswagen said id be on a very long waiting list for a new air bag","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-fuel-pump-failure-stalling","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causes stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-04 \\u2192 2023-03","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11512534","quote_1_text":"High pressure fuel pump failed contaminating entire fuel system. Causing about $4,000 in damage. Have 108,000 miles. Passats up to 2012 are warrantied up to 120,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11372818","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A MAJOR CITY THOROUGHFARE WHEN IT SUDDENLY SHUT DOWN AND STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET, IN TRAFFIC. IT WOULD NOT RESTART AND HAD TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE STREET. IT WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSTICS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2014-trunk-wiring-harness-fault","label":"Trunk and rear electrical wiring harness fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11256160","quote_1_text":"BACK UP CAMERA SYSTEM FAULTY PER VOLKSWAGON DEALERSHIPS AND INTERNET- VOLKSWAGON CUSTOMER CARE VIEWS AS A RADIO AND NOT A SAFETY ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11331874","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE TRUNK LIGHT INDICATOR SHOWS THAT VEHICLE TRUNK IS OPEN. INTERMITTENTLY TURNS OFF THEN COMES BACK ON. TRUNK INTERIOR LIGHT STAYS ON. THIS WILL DRAIN CAR BATTERY IF LIGHT ISN'T UNPLUGGED LEAVING PEOPLE STRANDED","quote_3_odi":"11452754","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen CC. The contact stated that recently the trunk lid started failing to open as needed. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2014-engine-coil-turbo-issues","label":"Engine coil pack and turbocharger issues","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11527833","quote_1_text":"I had to replace the engine coil packs/spark plugs 4 times in the last year. This is not normal and a complaint amongst Volkswagens","quote_2_odi":"11491637","quote_2_text":"Error code P2015 was generated which is the air intake manifold. Volkswagen mechanic said we shouldn't drive very much due to it could get worse. Replacement would cost $1812.50, local shop charged $893.00","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2014-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag inflator recall part delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10924266","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE BEEN WAITING SINCE FEBRUARY 2016 FOR A REMEDY TO THE AIRBAG RECALL ON MY CAR. THERE IS NO WAY FOR ME TO FIX WHAT COULD BE A POTENTIALLY LIFE-THREATENING SITUATION, AND I HAVE TO BE ABLE TO DRIVE MY CAR","quote_2_odi":"10969102","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN CC. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"10966619","quote_3_text":"IT'S BEEN MORE THAN A YEAR SINCE MY RECALL WAS FORMALLY ISSUED AND MY AIRBAG STILL HAS NOT BEEN REPLACED! THIS IS DANGEROUS!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2014-steering-clockspring-failure","label":"Steering wheel clockspring and air bag electrical failure","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11122815","quote_1_text":"STEERING WHEEL CLOCK SPRING BROKE. NO HORN OR FUNCTION BUTTONS WORKING ALONG WITH THE AIRBAG","quote_2_odi":"11051336","quote_2_text":"MY HORN,MY AIR BAG AND ALL CONTROLS IN STEERING WHEEL ARE NOT WORKING.I TOOK IT TO VW SERVICE CENTER & THEY QUOTED ME $948 FOR A NEW CLOCK SPRING.HASNT THIS PART BEEN RECALLED? IT'S A LEASE AND THAT'S INSANE,THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED","quote_3_odi":"11462892","quote_3_text":"The airbag light went off in the instrument cluster. I hear what sounds like a disconnected cable rubbing against the steering wheel whenever I try to make a turn. All buttons in the steering wheel are non functional after the incident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2014-fuel-pump-control-module-recall","label":"Fuel pump control module recall stall risk","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11060837","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN CC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS","quote_2_odi":"11044381","quote_2_text":"17V509 RECALL #. FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE COULD CAUSE POWER OUTAGE AND ALREADY HAS. TWICE. AND THEY ARE STILL REFUSING TO FIX THIS. I'VE HAD TO REPLACE MY BATTERY AND TWO MONTHS LATER WAS STRANDED BECAUSE I LOST POWER WHILE STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine shudder","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11558782","quote_1_text":"The check Engine light on my car comes up anytime I drive the car. The car has 72350 miles driven. The dealership said it is a known timing belt issue with VW Tiguans","quote_2_odi":"11497105","quote_2_text":"Timing chain “extended” during driving resulting in the car to start to shudder and shake violently during movement. Had to force the vehicle off the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11152665","quote_3_text":"MY VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNED ON AND THE DEALERSHIP SAID THAT THE TENSION ON THE TIMING CHAIN IS OUTSIDE SAFE PARAMETERS AND CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO FAIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Sunroof water leak causing interior water damage","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11515048","quote_1_text":"There is mold growing in my vehicle due to there being a sealant issue with my panoramic moon/sun roof, causing a water leak into the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11590439","quote_2_text":"I own a 2014 VW Tiguan SEL 2.0T 4MOTION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-suspension-spring-failure","label":"Coil spring and sway bar component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11456660","quote_1_text":"We were driving on a highway and all of a sudden felt/heard a loud bang causing the car to swerve. We slowed down and there was a continuous loud rattling sound","quote_2_odi":"11452700","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that upon servicing his vehicle at an independent mechanic, he was informed that both rear springs had developed severe corrosion that needed replacement","quote_3_odi":"11394612","quote_3_text":"THE SWAY BAR LINKS ON THIS VEHICLE WEAR OUT PREMATURELY. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THEM SEVERAL TIMES OVER THE LIFE OF THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbags and horn","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11593682","quote_1_text":"Clock Spring in steering wheel is broken. Driver Airbag is non-functional, as are the controls on the steering wheel. No Driver air bag is a huge safety issue!","quote_2_odi":"11491888","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated, and the horn and the buttons on her steering failed to operate as needed","quote_3_odi":"10911171","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG STOPPED WORKING THE HORN STOPPED WORKING WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I FOUND OUT THAT THE HORN WASN'T WORKING AS I WAS ALMOST KILLED BY SOMEONE MOVING IN TO MY LANE AND DIRECTLY TOWARD MY CAR. LUCKILY, THEY SAW ME AT THE LAST MINUTE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss or lockup while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11742689","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while reversing, the steering wheel became locked and failed to steer in the left or right direction. No warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11531175","quote_2_text":"driving down the highway at speed, power steering fails and cannot control the vehicle. shut the car down and cannot get the issue to go away. got the car home without power steering","quote_3_odi":"10681858","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING HOME ON INTERSTATE, CAR SUDDENLY DISPLAYS STEERING WHEEL MALFUNCTION INDICATOR AND WHEEL LOCKS. I WAS BARELY ABLE TO PULL OFF INTERSTATE AND SHUT OFF CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure with power loss","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11755013","quote_1_text":"The technician stated the issue was likely a airflow flap within the turbocharger causing the issue and the entire turbocharger would have to be replaced to remedy the issue","quote_2_odi":"11456344","quote_2_text":"Took to dealer 11/16/2021 For Service Engine Light. Found Faulty Turbo. The exhaust Manifold and Turbo come as one part. A valve inside seizes open or closed and cause a code to set","quote_3_odi":"11217407","quote_3_text":"SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH THE TURBO I WAS DRIVING AND CAR JUST SHUT OFF I TOOK IT IN THEY SAID IT WAS THE TURBO NOT EVEN 2 YEARS GO BY AND I STARTED TO DRIVE AND CAR WAS JERKY AND IDLING FUNNY TOOK IT TO ADVANCED AUTO FOR A DIAGNOSTIC AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE TURBO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-engine-stall","label":"Engine stalling or shutting off while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11761342","quote_1_text":"My vehicle stalls and completely stops at red lights, stop signs, and low speeds. Currently my vehicle is stalling and stopping at accelerated speeds at 20 mph","quote_2_odi":"10584039","quote_2_text":"ON APRIL 15, 2014, I WAS AT A GAS STATION WAITING TO PULL INTO AN AVAILABLE PUMP WITH THE CAR IN DRIVE. THE CAR'S ENGINE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF COMPLETELY AND THE BATTERY LIGHT SIGNALED. I WAS ABLE TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK, TURN THE KEY TO THE OFF POSITION, AND RESTART THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"10583978","quote_3_text":"WHEN I GOT INTO MY 2014 TIGUAN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON. SINCE THE CAR IS ONLY 5 MONTHS OLD I DIDN'T GIVE IT MUCH THOUGHT AND FIGURED IT WAS SOMETHING SIMPLE. ABOUT 10 MINUTES INTO MY DRIVE WHILE I WAS SLOWING FOR A RED LIGHT THE CAR COMPLETELY TURNED OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11164211","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE MOON ROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED AND GLASS FELL INTO THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"11163756","quote_2_text":"ON DECEMBER 7TH, 2018 I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 65 MPH WHEN I HEARD AN EXPLOSION LOAD ENOUGH TO MAKE MY EARS RING. I LOOKED UP AND DISCOVERED THAT THE SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED AND FINE PARTICLES OF GLASS WERE RAINING DOWN ON ME THROUGH THE SUNROOF SUNSHADE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2014-ignition-key-lockup","label":"Ignition switch key will not turn or release","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11130265","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FAILED TO RELEASE FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH AND REMAINED IN THE ON POSITION","quote_2_odi":"11242436","quote_2_text":"WHILE STATIONARY, IGNITION SWITCH SOMETIMES DOES NOT TURN ON OR OFF. MANY TIMES I SPEND 20 TO 30 MINUTES TRYING TO START MY CAR. ON OCCASION , I CANNOT TURN THE CAR OFF OR REMOVE THE KEY AFTER TURNING THE CAR OFF","quote_3_odi":"10631331","quote_3_text":"THE NEW 2014 BEETLE I PURCHASED AT HERITAGE VOLKSWAGEN OF REISTERSTOWN, MARYLAND HAS LEFT ME STRANDED 3 TIMES SINCE I BROUGHT IT HOME. THE FIRST TIME WAS IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2014-roof-windshield-cracking","label":"Roof and windshield glass cracking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11660098","quote_1_text":"Roof has cracked from sunroof to the pillar in multiple locations it is avaliable for inspection","quote_2_odi":"10887984","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF CRACK AFTER 2 TIMES CHANGE, VERY UNSAFE CONDITION. WHEN RAIN FRONT LIGHT THE GET FULL OF WATER AND THEY STOP WORKING, VERY UNSAFE DRIVING AT NIGHT TIME","quote_3_odi":"10885395","quote_3_text":"WINDSHIELD CRACKED SPONTANEOUSLY OVERNIGHT. WAS FINE THE NIGHT BEFORE, NOTICED A LONG CRACK THAT STARTED HORIZONTALLY ON THE EDGE OF THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD AND THEN CURVED UP VERTICALLY THE NEXT MORNING WHEN I PULLED THE CAR OUT OF THE GARAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2014-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11494070","quote_1_text":"Beginning in June 2021 and thereafter, my husband and I received notifications from Volkswagen of America of a life-threatening urgent airbag safety recall for our 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible - our only vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11424033","quote_2_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number 20V785000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11398205","quote_3_text":"THIS RECALL HAS NOT BEEN FIXED FOR OVER TWO MONTHS NOW -- 60 DAYS. THAT IS NUTS. PLEASE UPDATE THE RECALL FIX ASAP BECAUSE OTHERWISE I AM PREVENTED FROM USING MY CAR FOR WORK. THANK YOU","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2014-clock-spring-failure","label":"Steering clock spring failure disabling airbag, horn, cruise","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10598462","quote_1_text":"CLOCKSPRING IN STEERING BROKE CAUSING FAILURE OF ABS, AIRBAG, ESC AND TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM.CAR WAS BRAND NEW WITH 259 MILES. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10598464","quote_2_text":"CLOCKSPRING BROKE FOR THE SECOND TIME CAUSING FAILURE OF ABS, AIRBAG, ESC AND TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM. SECOND FAILURE OF THE SAME PART IN 3 WEEKS. VOLKSWAGEN IS UNRESPONSIVE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11171167","quote_3_text":"2014 VW 'CLOCK SPRING' FAILURE AFFECTING THE DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG, HORN, AND CRUISE CONTROL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2014-timing-chain-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain failure and internal oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11543291","quote_1_text":"The timing chain on my 2014 r-line Turbo Volkswagen Beetle with only 45,000 miles failed and subsequently destroyed the engine","quote_2_odi":"11352249","quote_2_text":"YES ON MY 2014 BEETLE R ONE MORNING I WAS HEADING OUT TO LEAVE FROM WORK WHEN, I HEARD A NOISE FROM THE ENGINE , AND I THOUGHT IT WAS THE AIR CONDITION, BUT IT WAS THE ENGINE IT STARTED THEN AFTER THAT AND THEN I TURNED IT OFF, SO I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO TELL","quote_3_odi":"11462123","quote_3_text":"WHEN I TRY TO ACCELERATE THE CAR RATTLES AND WILL NOT GO. I WAS TOLD MY 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE'S ENGINE WAS BURNING OIL INTERNALLY SO THEY TOLD ME I NEEDED AN OIL SPLICER/SEPERATOR I DID THAT AND IT DID NOT HELP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2014-abs-brake-warning-failure","label":"ABS control module failure with brake warning lights","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11629147","quote_1_text":"This complaint involves the failure of the ABS Control Module. Upon starting the car, audible warnings as well as dash warning lights indicate urgent brake failure, ABS failure, Airbag failure and stability control failure","quote_2_odi":"11622558","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated that after his wife had driven the vehicle, upon restarting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"10691922","quote_3_text":"STOPPED AT RED LIGHT LOSE BRAKE PRESSURE ON '14 BEETLE TDI. BRAKE PEDAL POPPING TO TOP AND CAN NOT DEPRESS, CAR STARTS ROLLING. HAPPENED 3 TIMES CALLED FOR SERVICE. WILL SEE WHAT OUTCOME BRINGS. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"volkswagen-eos-2014-transmission-unexpected-shift","label":"Automatic transmission unexpected downshift or neutral shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11141220","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON HWY AT APPROX. 50 MPH, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTED BY ITSELF TO NEUTRAL. UNABLE TO SHIFT BACK TO DRIVE, PULLED OVER AND USING BREAKS WAS ABLE TO STOP VEHICLE ON EMERGENCY LANE. WAS ABLE THEN TO CHANGE GEAR TO PARK. TURN OFF CAR AND START AGAIN. CALLED","quote_2_odi":"10671558","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT APPROX. 30 MPH <1 MILE FROM HOME THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY DOWNSHIFTED INTO FIRST GEAR, AND MY WIFE WAS THROWN INTO THE STEERING WHEEL AS THE SEATBELT DID NOT CATCH. THE CAR WAS DRIVEN HOME AT 10 MPH AND PARKED. I DROVE IT AROUND THE BLOCK APPROX. 30 MINUTES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"volkswagen-eos-2014-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10906593","quote_1_text":"2014 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT AVAILABLE TO REPAIR DRIVER FRONTAL AIRBAG RECALL NOTICE. *SMD","quote_2_odi":"10859903","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I WAS TOLD BY VW THAT MY VEHICLE IS UNSAFE BUT THERE IS NOT YET A FIX FOR MY VEHICLE. MUST THEY TAKE THE LEASE BACK OR DO I SIMPLY NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND HAVE ONE LESS CAR?","quote_3_odi":"10970546","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"volkswagen-eos-2014-clockspring-airbag-disable","label":"Clockspring failure disabling air bag and steering controls","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11475803","quote_1_text":"The clockspring on the car went out. This mean all steering wheel controls don’t work, but more importantly, the air bags do not work either. We were told by the dealer the clocksprings are on back order and have been since November 2021. There are 8500 already on back order. We","quote_2_odi":"11461339","quote_2_text":"The clockspring in my 2014 VW Eos failed on January 17, 2022. It was brought into the Alexandria, VA VW dealer who confirmed the problem and that the clockspring was under extended warranty due to known problems on January 19, 2022. However, the part was unavailable and no ETA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"volkswagen-eos-2014-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Glass sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10787218","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY ON SUNDAY AFTERNOON, OCTOBER 25, WHEN THE GLASS SUNROOF OF MY CAR EXPLODED & SHATTERED OUT OF NOWHERE & WITHOUT ANY WARNING. PIECES OF GLASS CAME DOWN THROUGH THE HOLE, SHOWERING MY DOG & I. I PULLED TO THE SIDE SAFELY & CALL THE POLICE. THANK GOD THE","quote_2_odi":"10691636","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY THE GLASS SUNROOF JUST EXPLODED. IT SENT GLASS FLYING BUT IT DID NOT HIT ANY CARS BEHIND ME. THERE WERE NO OVERPASSES WHEREBY SOMEONE COULD HAVE THROWN AN OBJECT TO BREAK THE GLASS. MY WIFE AND I WERE NOT INJURED BECAUSE, THANKFULLY, THE INSIDE COVER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"volkswagen-eos-2014-infotainment-backup-camera","label":"Infotainment and backup camera electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11654642","quote_1_text":"I have the RNS510 radio which the NHTSA has received concerns about and there are several Tec Bulletins in regards to the radio not functioning properly. When this radio goes out due to the need of over priced software update, we loose our Bluetooth and backup cameras! Backup","quote_2_odi":"11485586","quote_2_text":"1) The flip up backup camera, yes it is available for inspection. I do have intentions to try and fix it like all the others unless asked to wait. 2) we bought a car with a backup camera for the safety of our 19 year old and others around her after she has crashed her car going","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2014-steering-vibration","label":"Steering wheel vibration/shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10652770","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A 2014 TOUAREG LUX TDI 3 DAYS AGO, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS SHAKING PRETTY SERIOUSLY WHILE I WAS DRIVE AROUND 70 MILE PER HOUR. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10691016","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED VEHICLE ON 2/1/15. I NOTICED WHEN DRIVING AT SPEEDS ABOVE 63 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES BACK AND FORTH WHICH IS FELT THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL, SEAT & FRONT END","quote_3_odi":"11081937","quote_3_text":"STRONG VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL (&NOISE) WHILE DRIVING WHEN MAKING TURNS. THIS IS SPORADIC AND HAPPENS WHETHER TURNING STEERING WHEEL LEFT OR RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2014-hesitation-post-recall","label":"Acceleration hesitation and power loss after repair","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11115466","quote_1_text":"VW 3.0 LITER DEISEL ENGINE WITH RECALL ISSUE DUE TO FRAUD BY VW. VW APPLIED THE FIX TO THE ENGINE AS APPROVED BY THE COURT","quote_2_odi":"11119319","quote_2_text":"ON AUGUST 10, 2018 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:30 PM IN BOUNTIFUL UTAH, I WAS TURNING LEFT INTO A BUSINESS. I STOPPED ON A STEEP HILL AND ALLOWED THE ON COMING TRAFFIC TO PASS. IT THEN BECAME SAFE FOR ME TO COMPLETE MY TURN. THAT IS UNTIL THE CAR HESITATED YET AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11172796","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE DID NOT ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2014-wet-air-filter","label":"Water intrusion in engine air filter housing","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11217971","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. AT THE SERVICE CENTER AT THE DEALER, THE DEALER INDICATED THAT THE AIR FILTER HAD BECOME WET WITH WATER","quote_2_odi":"11373836","quote_2_text":"ENGINE AIR FILTER AND HOUSING ARE WET, THIS IS AN ONGOING EVENT. I REMEDY IT BUY BUYING A NEW FILTER, DRYING OUT THE HOUSING AND REPLACING THE WET FILTER. I AM AFRAID AT SOME POINT THE WATER WILL ENTER THE ENGINE CAUSING DAMAGE AND PERHAPS AN ACCIDENT IF THE CAR STALLS","quote_3_odi":"11458241","quote_3_text":"Wet Air intake filter. Clearly showed water damage and rot on the air filter. This is a repeated issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2014-seat-heater-fire","label":"Seat heater burns and electrical smoke","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11437449","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Touareg. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle a burning odor was present inside the cabin of the vehicle and smoke was seen coming from the front console","quote_2_odi":"11429131","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has 72000 miles on it, Driver seat heater burned a hole on the leather, burning my pants, underwear and skin while I was driving. I had to pull over because smoke started to come out of the seat","quote_3_odi":"11427867","quote_3_text":"I attempted to start the vehicle and the starter button clicked followed by a strong ozone electrical smell and copious smoke from under the hood","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-transmission-neutral-slip","label":"Transmission neutral slip and no-reverse engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11131659","quote_1_text":"DSG GEARBOX TRANSMISSION FAILS AT 88,000 MILES. AFTER DRIVING THE CAR IN TRAFFIC (MANY STOPS/STARTS) THE TRANSMISSIONS JERKS BETWEEN SHIFTS, AND EMITS A LOUD 'CLUNK' WHEN SHIFTING","quote_2_odi":"10983750","quote_2_text":"DSG GEARBOX TRANSMISSION FAILS UNDER 100,000 MILES. AFTER DRIVING THE CAR IN TRAFFIC (MANY STOPS/STARTS) THE TRANSMISSIONS JERKS BETWEEN SHIFTS, AND EMITS A LOUD 'CLUNK' WHEN SHIFTING","quote_3_odi":"11191295","quote_3_text":"MY 2010 VW EOS CONTINUOUSLY SLIPS INTO NEUTRAL. VERY DANGEROUS TRYING TO CROSS AN INTERSECTION OR MERGE INTO MOVING TRAFFIC. I'M SCARED TO DRIVE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-timing-chain-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain fracture and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11504490","quote_1_text":"Drove the car to the bank when trying to leave the car would not start. We towed the car to the volkswagen dealership `and they said it the engine and some other faults totaling over $21000.00 Now the car is back home and not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11002950","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN/BELT BROKE AT 82,000 MILES WHILE ON TRIP TO INDIANA FROM TX. TOLD ENGINE WAS DESTROYED, WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THERE WAS SQUEAKING SOUND, I WENT TO NEAREST MECHANIC SHOP","quote_3_odi":"10809622","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TURN ON THE ENGINE, THE KEY FAILED TO START THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE LOCAL MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN FRACTURED AND THAT THERE WAS NO COMPRESSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10960096","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL NOT REMEDIED BY VW. LOCAL DEALER HAS NO PARTS FOR THIS RECALL","quote_2_odi":"10907158","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED NOTICE 6 MONTHS AGO THAT MY AIRBAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON THE RECALL LIST AND A REPLACEMENT IS STILL UNAVAILABLE. 6 MONTHS SHOULD BE MORE THAN ADEQUATE TIME TO GET THE REPLACEMENT","quote_3_odi":"10895887","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I CALLED MY VW DEALER TO ASK ABOUT WHEN THE RECALL REPLACEMENT AIRBAG WOULD BE READY. THEY SAID IT WOULDN'T BE READY FOR \"A FEW MONTHS\" YET. THIS SEEMS LIKE AN UNREASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR A RECALL ANNOUNCED IN FEBRUARY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-abs-warning-light","label":"ABS warning light illumination","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11389560","quote_1_text":"ESP/ABS ERROR. LIGHTS ON. I ALMOST CRASHED INTO SOMEONE'S CAR DUE TO MY ABS BRAKES FAILING ON ME. I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MILES PER HOUR. CAME UP ON A TRAFFIC JAM AT A STAND STILL. SCARIEST MOMENT OF MY LIFE","quote_2_odi":"11351567","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL BEEPING NOISE…","quote_3_odi":"11092412","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING INDICATORS BEGAN FLASHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling horn and airbag","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11064701","quote_1_text":"CLOCKSPRING FAILED AFTER RECALL, CAUSING THE AIRBAGS TO BE INOPERABLE AS WELL AS THE HORN AND OTHER SAFETY FEATURES","quote_2_odi":"11065871","quote_2_text":"I HAVE REPLACED MY CLOCK SPRING TWICE IN 3 YEARS, AT THE SAME DEALERSHIP, SOUTHEAST VW IN SANTA ANA, CA. MY STEERING WHEEL WILL MAKE A NOISE AND ALL CONTROLS WILL STOP WORKING AND AIRBAG LIGHT WILL TURN ON","quote_3_odi":"11355619","quote_3_text":"SEPT 20515 - SAFETY RECALL 69L2 - STEERING WHEEL CLOCK SPRING, REPLACED 2016 - WENT OUT AGAIN 9-20, 5 YEARS LATER. VW DENIED REPLACEMENT AS IT IS NOT CONSIDERED A SAFETY ISSUE AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT DOESN'T STAY ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-fuse-box-melting","label":"Melted fuse box disabling exterior lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11164673","quote_1_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MULTIPLE EXTERIOR LIGHTS STARTED GOING OUT INCLUDING HEADLIGHTS, BRAKE LIGHTS, FOG LIGHTS. LIGHTS CONTINUED TO GO IN AND OUT. TOOK CAR TO VW DEALERSHIP. IT WAS FOUND THE FUSE AND FUSEBOX WERE MELTED","quote_2_odi":"10949144","quote_2_text":"INITIALLY, THE LEFT FRONT AND REAR LIGHTS STOPPED WORKING. AFTER A DAY, THE STARTED TO WORK AGAIN. A WEEK LATER ALMOST ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS AND INDICATORS CEASED WORKING. THIS WAS THE CASE WHEN THE CAR WAS MOVING AND STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"10919752","quote_3_text":"WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK LAST NIGHT ON A DARK CURVY TWO LANE ROAD, THE RIGHT FRONT HEADLIGHT, FOG LIGHT, MARKER LIGHT/SIGNAL, RIGHT REAR TAIL LIGHT/BRAKE LIGHT/SIGNAL, THIRD BRAKE LIGHT, AND STRANGELY THE LEFT FRONT SIDE MAKER, ALL WENT OUT AT ONCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-epc-light-stall","label":"EPC and check-engine light with sudden stall","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10881556","quote_1_text":"THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON DUE TO FAIL TURBO UNDERCHARGE VALVE, THE VALVE HAS A RUBBER SEALS THAT IS KNOW LEAK OR BREAK. THE MANUFACTORY HAS REDESIGN THE VALVE. THE AUTOMOBILE WILL STALL OR NOT GAIN ENOUGH ENGINE POWER","quote_2_odi":"10595556","quote_2_text":"I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING A SUDDEN & COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 0-40 MPH ON NUMEROUS AND CONTINUING OCCASIONS (2010 VW EOS LUX). THE PROBLEM STARTED AT ABOUT 60,000 MILES, LASTS ABOUT 4-5 SECONDS AT A TIME, AND OCCURS RANDOMLY","quote_3_odi":"10442159","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE MY BATTERY LIGHT AND EPC LIGHT CAME ON AND STATED TO SERVICE ENGINE NOW. THE CAR STARTED TO BECOME JUMPY AND I IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO THE CLOSEST DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2010-tdi-hpfp-failure","label":"TDI high-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2015-12","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10460945","quote_1_text":"UPON CHANGING MY FUEL FILTER, A LARGE AMOUNT OF METAL FLAKES WERE DISCOVERED IN THE FUEL HOUSING. THEY SEEMED TO BE LINKED TO THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP. VW HAD TO REPLACE DUE TO A FAILURE STARTING IN THE HIGH PRESSURE PUMP. *JS","quote_2_odi":"10361255","quote_2_text":"NEW VEHICLE TDI FUEL PUMP AND FULL FUEL SYSTEM NEEDS TO BE REPLACED!!! *TR","quote_3_odi":"10407044","quote_3_text":"THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED ON MY 2010 VW GOLF TDI WHILE DRIVING. IT CAUSED THE CAR TO SHUT OFF IN AN INTERSECTION. THE CAR THEN HAD TO BE PUSHED OUT OF THE INTERSECTION AND TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE FUEL PUMP DAMAGED THE ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM ONCE IT FAILED. THE ENTIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2010-abs-esc-recall","label":"ABS control module failure and recall delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11603240","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the ABS control module. The vehicle was not","quote_2_odi":"11595139","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Golf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) however, the dealer declined to repair the vehicle due to the ABS and ESC warning lights being","quote_3_odi":"11364700","quote_3_text":"ABS WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY FOR MANY MONTHS- GO ON AND OFF ALONG WITH AIRBAG WARNING FREQUENTLY- SEVERAL MECHANICS COULD NOT DIAGNOSE. RECENTLY BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON AT SAME TIME AS ABS AND AIRBAG WARNINGS. BRAKE SYSTEM CHECKED OUT FINE. ON REPLACEMENT OF WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10968639","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE DEALER DOES NOT HAVE THE PARTS. IT HAS BEEN MORE THAN A YEAR NOW. I NEED TO BE ABLE TO DRIVE THAT CAR WITHOUT RISKING MY LIFE EVERY DAY","quote_2_odi":"10946727","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - OFFICIAL RECALL IS DATED FEBRUARY 9, 2016. WE STILL HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY INFORMATION ABOUT THIS, INCLUDING A WAY TO REMEDY THIS POTENTIALLY LIFE-THREATENING ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"10937277","quote_3_text":"TAMARA RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER HAS FAILED TO REPLACE THE AIRBAG EVEN THOUGH IT PRESENTS A POTENTIAL SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD. I WOULD LIKE AN UPDATE FROM THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING THE REPAIR AND DATE I CAN TAKE MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. IT IS HAS BEEN TOO LONG WITH NO FIX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2010-intercooler-condensation-stall","label":"Intercooler condensation causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-06 → 2012-03","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10445783","quote_1_text":"INTER-COOLER DESIGN IS DEFECTIVE IN THAT IT ALLOWS CONDENSATION AND SLUDGE TO BUILD WITHIN THE CHARGE AIR INTAKE SYSTEM WHICH SUBSEQUENTLY FREEZES AND THAWS WITH LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AND IT MOVES FURTHER AND FURTHER WITHIN THE INTAKE SYSTEM UNTIL THE CONDENSATE AND SLUDGE","quote_2_odi":"10445811","quote_2_text":"I DEC 19TH 2011 I EXPERIENCED WHAT I BELIEVE WAS A HARD START. WEATHER IN THE MORNING WAS IN THE TEENS, AFTERNOON IN THE LOW 40S. LEAVE WORK, GET IN CAR, PUT KEY IN IGNITION & TURN TO ON POSITION, PUT SEAT BELT ON, AND START. CAR STARTS RIGHT AWAY BUT IS IDLING ROUGH, SHAKING","quote_3_odi":"10450585","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD LOSE POWER. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND A DIAGNOSTIC WAS PERFORMED BUT THE DIAGNOSTIC WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2010-clutch-dsg-stall","label":"Manual clutch stall and DSG rough shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-06 → 2013-04","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10381719","quote_1_text":"2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI 6 SPEED MANUAL STALLS EXTREMELY OFTEN. I HAVE PREVIOUSLY OWNED A 2006 VOLKSWAGEN GTI WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND NEVER HAD AN ISSUE WITH THE CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT. 2010 GOLF HAS CURRENTLY 12.000 MILES ON IT AND THE PROBLEM DOESN'T GO AWAY. THIS HAS HAPPENED","quote_2_odi":"10371818","quote_2_text":"2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI 6 SPEED MANUAL: CLUTCH AND IGNITION SWITCH ISSUE. VEHICLE IS CLEARLY ONE OF THE EASIEST CARS TO STALL. OWNER HAS BEEN DRIVING FOR 27 YEARS, PROFESSIONALLY TRAINED DRIVER AS A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER AND DRIVEN NUMEROUS MANUAL TRANSMISSION VEHICLES IN","quote_3_odi":"10507329","quote_3_text":"THE GOLF IS THE TDI DIESEL VERSION. IS EQUIPPED WITH A DSG STYLE AUTO TRANSMISSION. THE SHIFTING BETWEEN GEARS BECAME VERY ROUGH AND AND VEHICLE SPEED SURGED UP AND DOWN WHILE IN GEAR. CLUNKING NOISES FROM ENGINE/TRANNY COMPARTMENT. SPEED HARD TO MAINTAIN. HAS BEEN IN VW DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2010-dsg-transmission-jerking","label":"DSG transmission jerking and mechatronic failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10532019","quote_1_text":"DSG TRANSMISSION - FAILURE TO PROPERLY DOWNSHIFT FROM A COMPLETE STOP. THIS IS A FREQUENT, RECURRING PROBLEM WITH THIS TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"10845581","quote_2_text":"JERKING AND LURCHING AT IDLE AND LOW SPEEDS. MATCHES DESCRIPTION OF MECHATRONICS FAILURE OF THE DSG TRANSMISSION","quote_3_odi":"10327869","quote_3_text":"TL*-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON. THE TRANSMISSION SHUTTERED AS THE VEHICLE SLOWED AND WENT FROM A HIGHER GEAR TO A LOWER GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2010-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11005201","quote_1_text":"MY 2010 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT ENGINE RESULTED IN A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE BECAUSE THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED","quote_2_odi":"11329326","quote_2_text":"MY VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT HAS FALLEN TO AN ISSUE MANY OTHERS HAVE FALLEN. IT APPEARS THE TIMING-CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED CAUSING THE TIMING-CHAIN TO JUMP","quote_3_odi":"11101283","quote_3_text":"I DROVE TO SCHOOL IN THE MORNING AND PARKED MY CAR STATIONARY FOR 2 HOURS. ONCE I RETURNED THE VEHICLE IT WOULD NOT START. I TOWED CAR TO DEALERSHIP AND TURNS OUT THE TIMING CHAIN HAD FAILED. I ONLY HAVE 100,399 MILES ON THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2010-fuel-pump-control-module-recall","label":"Fuel pump control module failure and recall delay","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11104155","quote_1_text":"FUEL PUMP CRACKS AND LEAKS FUEL. FUEL PUMP RESIDES UNDER REAR PASSENGER SEAT. FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE SITS ON TOP OF FUEL PUMP. FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE GETS REALLY HOT AND MAY IGNITE LEAKING FUEL???","quote_2_odi":"11142434","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11322817","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHEN DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25-30 MPH THE ENGINE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FIRE EMITTED FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND WITHIN A MOMENT THE ENGINE WAS ON FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10940392","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER69M9, NHTSA RECALL NUMBER16V078, ISSUED FOR MY VEHICLE FEB 09, 2016. STILL NO REMEDY? WHAT DO I DO IF I AM IN AN ACCIDENT? HOPE THE AIRBAG DOESN'T KILL ME? THIS IS ALMOST A ONE-YEAR OLD RECALL WITH NO RESOLUTION","quote_2_odi":"10933840","quote_2_text":"TAKATA, 69M9, , TRIED CALLING TAKATA, AND EMAIL TO VW.COM, I CAN'T GET A CONTACT. CAN YOU PROVIDE EMAIL FOR VW, I DON'T THINK DRIVING A CAR THAT MAY BLIND, KILL, OR CAUSE INJURY IS ACCEPTABLE, THIS VEHICLE IS REQUIRED FOR WORK EVERY DAY","quote_3_odi":"10913669","quote_3_text":"VOLKSWAGEN ISSUED A RECALL NOTICE IN EARLY 2016. ON OCTOBER 3,2016; DEALER REPAIR INVOICE STATES \"NO RECALLS EXIST FOR THIS VEHICLE AT THIS TIME.\" WHY THE DISCREPANCY, AND WHY THE DELAY IN GETTING THE RECALL REPAIR MADE?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2010-steering-clock-spring-failure","label":"Steering wheel clock spring failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11151024","quote_1_text":"THE CLOCK SPRING ON MY CAR'S STEERING HAS FAILED TWICE NOW IN A 4 YEAR PERIOD. VW REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE IT'S A PROBLEM AND CLAIMS MY MODEL IS NOT IMPACTED BY OTHER RECALLS FOR THAT PART","quote_2_odi":"11151687","quote_2_text":"MY CLOCK SPRING FAILED ON MY STEERING WHEEL AND HAD TO BE REPLACED FOR THE FIRST TIME. SYMPTOMS WERE: THE WHEEL LOCKED UP, A CRUNCHING SOUND WAS HEARD, AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10559016","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A POPPING SOUND AS THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE STEERING CONTROLS AND HORN FAILED TO FUNCTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-tipm-headlight-failure","label":"TIPM failure cuts out headlights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10824978","quote_1_text":"I WOULD LIKE TO INFORM YOU THAT THE TIPM IS NOT JUST RELATED TO CHRYSLER. THE ROUTAN IS A JOINT VENTURE BETWEEN CHRYSLER AND VW","quote_2_odi":"10762371","quote_2_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AT NIGHT BOTH HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. STRANDED NEXT TO THE INTERSTATE WITH NO HEADLIGHTS. WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT THE CAR NEEDS A NEW TIPM MODULE THAT WOULD COST $930 TO INSTALL","quote_3_odi":"11510063","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights failed to illuminate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-transmission-shift-jerk","label":"Automatic transmission jerks and slips gears","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11331811","quote_1_text":"MY CAR RECENTLY STARTED HAVING ISSUES SHIFTING INTO THE NEXT GEAR. TYPICALLY HAPPENS WHEN I HAVE BEEN DRIVING FOR A WHILE","quote_2_odi":"11323785","quote_2_text":"AROUND 108000 MILES, MY 2010 ROUTAN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION STARTED JERKING INTO GEARS 2, 3, 4. SOMETIMES IT SHIFTS SMOOTHLY BUT MORE OFTEN IT'S HARD ENOUGH TO JERK ALL PASSENGERS WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10632220","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL INDEPENDENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-brake-rotor-warp","label":"Brake rotor warp causing steering wheel shake","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10616924","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKES STARTED VIBRATING AND SHUDDERING WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS PUSHED. TOOK TO DEALER AND WERE TOLD THAT THE ROTORS WERE WARPED AND THE DISK PADS WERE WORN OUT","quote_2_odi":"10606028","quote_2_text":"VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN 2010: THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES VIOLENTLY UPON BRAKING A REGULAR SPEEDS, ESPECIALLY GOING DOWNHILL. FRONT ROTORS WERE REPLACED AT 22,000, 35,000, AND NOW 54,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10595896","quote_3_text":"2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTON WITH 17,000 MILES BEGAN SHAKING AND SHUDDERING EVERY TIME I BRAKE, EVEN AT SLOW SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-sliding-door-malfunction","label":"Power sliding door closes on obstruction","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10627019","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR DID NOT LOCK IN OPEN POSITION. INSTEAD, IT OPENED ALMOST ALL THE WAY AND THEN IMMEDIATELY BEGAN CLOSING AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"10553291","quote_2_text":"WHILE MY 3 YEAR OLD WAS ENTERING THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE SIDE SLIDING DOOR, SHE PRESSED THE BUTTON TO CLOSE THE DOOR","quote_3_odi":"10825423","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. WHEN THE CONTACT OPENED THE REAR SLIDING DOOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE, THE CHILD SAFETY LATCH FRACTURED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-coolant-hose-y-joint-failure","label":"Coolant hose Y-joint splits and leaks coolant","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2015-02","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10640738","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VAN IT BEGAN TO SMELL LIKE RADIATOR COOLANT. CHECKED TEMPERATURE GAUGE AND REALIZED TEMPERATURE FLUCTUATION","quote_2_odi":"10524629","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON A NEIGHBORHOOD STREET WHEN A SUDDEN DROP IN THE AC POWER FOLLOWED BY A QUICK RISE IN THE ENGINE TEMP TO THE TOP OF THE GAUGE","quote_3_odi":"10683473","quote_3_text":"I JUST ENTERED THE EXPRESSWAY. THE ENGINE STARTED REVVING BETWEEN 5-6 RPMS, AND THE CAR WAS GOING 40","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-ignition-switch-stall","label":"Ignition switch stall disabling power steering and brakes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":137,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11171239","quote_1_text":"THIS COMPLAINT INVOLVES A WELL-MAINTAINED MINIVAN WITH 65,000 MILES AND AN ENGINE THAT QUITS UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE IN MOTION, DISABLING THE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES","quote_2_odi":"10652084","quote_2_text":"WIRELESS IGNITION NODE (WIN) DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. CAR STARTED AS NORMAL, BUT ALL INSIDE CAR NOT WORKING","quote_3_odi":"10947337","quote_3_text":"URGENT ISSUE-SAFETY MY VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING ISSUES WITH SHUTTING DOWN WHILE IN MOTION. I TRAVEL ON THE TURNPIKE TO WORK EACH DAY AND IT HAS HAPPENED A COUPLE TIMES NOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-tpms-valve-stem-corrosion","label":"TPMS valve stem corrosion and tire deflation","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2015-04","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10705780","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT A SPEED OF 50 MPH ON A RURAL ROAD, THE FRONT DRIVER-SIDE TIRE INSTANTLY DEFLATED. FORTUNATELY, THE VEHICLE WAS SAFELY PULLED OVER AWAY FROM TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"10557312","quote_2_text":"FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE RAPIDLY DEFLATED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO PULL RIGHT INTO ON COMING TRAFFIC. THE NEAR MISS COULD HAVE BEEN FATAL","quote_3_odi":"10534487","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRE DEFLATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-wiper-turn-signal-malfunction","label":"Windshield wipers and turn signals malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2015-01","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10650988","quote_1_text":"I JUST BOUGHT THIS VAN IN JULY OF THIS YEAR. MY FIANC DRIVES THE VAN MORE THAN ME AND HE TOLD ME THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL NOT SHUT OFF","quote_2_odi":"10670162","quote_2_text":"ONCE AGAIN MY FIANCE AND I ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS NOT TURNING OFF WHEN YOUR TURN OFF THE SWITCH","quote_3_odi":"10677066","quote_3_text":"THIS WILL BE THE THIRD TIME THAT MY FIANCE AND I ARE EXPERIENCING THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE TAKEN MY VAN BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP THE FIRST WEEK OF JANUARY 2015, IT HASN'T BEEN 2 WEEKS AND THE PROBLEM HAS COME BACK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2010-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11536564","quote_1_text":"Timing chain/extensioner broke My car suddenly started jerking or jumping when I was idling. I pulled into a parking lot and ended up having to have it towed. It does not run now and I was told it needed a new engine. I was told that there was a known issue and class action","quote_2_odi":"10894124","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS IMMEDIATELY TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN SKIPPED AND DESTROYED THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE","quote_3_odi":"11061597","quote_3_text":"ON DECEMBER 7 2017 THE ENGINE STARTED MISS-FIRING, ON NEXT RESTART THE ENGINE DESTROYED ITSELF, CAUSED BY 'JUMPED TIMING' DO TOO A DEFECTIVE CHAIN TENSIONER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2010-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11680243","quote_1_text":"We own a 2010 VW Tiguan and it has many problems, but the biggest one is that the Steering Wheel just randomly will turn off and loose all power steering, I believe these models use electric power steering (EPS) system, which don't use like a traditional power steering hydraulic","quote_2_odi":"11541882","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the forward momentum allowed her to pull off the roadway. The contact stated that the steering wheel started","quote_3_odi":"10618057","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THE VW TIGUAN BECAUSE IT WAS RATED #1 FOR SAFETY BUT THE MORNING OF FRIDAY JULY 25 2014 AS I WAS LEAVING TO WORK I STARTED MY CAR BUT THE POWER STEERING WAS GONE COMPLETELY. I COULD DRIVE FORWARD AND BACK BUT THE STEERING WHEEL DID NOT MOVE AT ALL AS IAND THE POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2010-fuse-box-melted-lighting-loss","label":"Melted fuse box causing exterior lighting loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11431695","quote_1_text":"The fusebox that was included in the NHTSA recall #13V569000 for lighting defects was never resolved correctly on this car and many other VW Tiquans like this. I am a 45 year ASE licensed professional automotive technician. I am an ASE Master tech with current L1-L9 licensing. I","quote_2_odi":"10551853","quote_2_text":"DURING A MORNING COMMUTE TO WORK SEVERAL LIGHTS WERE OUT ON THE VEHICLE. WARNING LIGHTS CONTINUED POP UP ON THE INFO DISPLAY IN THE DASH. HALF THE EXTERIOR LIGHTS HAD STOPPED WORKING. 1/2 OF EACH TAIL LIGHT, 1 OF THE 2 BACK UP LAMPS, THE LICENSE PLATE LAMP, 1 HIGH BEAM, 1 LOW","quote_3_odi":"10555988","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE HEADLIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS AND BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE FUSE BOX HAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2010-seat-heater-burn","label":"Seat heater overheating and burning upholstery","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11758583","quote_1_text":"Right seat heater has burned through the synthetic leather and burned my pants. No fuse went off, no warning issued by vehicle nor heater stopped itself","quote_2_odi":"11162367","quote_2_text":"EARLY MONDAY MORNING ON 12/17/18 WHILE DRIVING FROM ORLANDO,FL TO CLEARWATER,FL ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY MY WIFE HAD TURNED ON THE PASSENGER SEAT HEATER. NOTHING WAS OUT OF THE ORDINARY UNTIL WE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING, THINKING IT WAS PROBABLY COMING FROM THE OUTSIDE. THE SMELL","quote_3_odi":"11073883","quote_3_text":"THE SEAT HEATER ON THE DRIVER SIDE OVERHEATED, BURNED THE DRIVER'S SKIN AND BURNED A HOLE IN A COAT. A BURNING SMELL WAS CLEARLY NOTICED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2010-brake-loss-hydraulic","label":"Hydraulic brake pressure loss and unintended lunge","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10863782","quote_1_text":"WAS WAITING AT A RED LIGHT, ON AN INCLINE, CAR STOPPED, WITH MULTIPLE CARS AHEAD. KNEW I WOULD BE WAITING FOR A WHILE FOR THE LIGHT TO CHANGE, SO GENTLY RELEASED SOME PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE. CAR LUNGED FORWARD HITTING CAR AHEAD OF ME AND EACH TIME I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"10401140","quote_2_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING SHE TRIED TO ENGAGE THE BRAKES AND THEY FAILED. SHE ALSO MENTIONED THAT WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT HER BRAKES FAILED AND CAUSED HER TO CRASH INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER. THE CONTACT DIDN'T","quote_3_odi":"11207141","quote_3_text":"THIS MODEL HAS A PUSH TO ACTIVATE EMERGENCY BRAKE. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WILL ENGAGE WITHOUT TOUCHING IT WHENEVER IT WANTS. IT HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES WHILE I WAS GOING IN REVERSE WITH NO NOTICE NOR DOES THE LIGHT INDICATOR GO ON. I HAVE TOOK IT TO MOHEGAN VW DEALER AND THEY DID","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2010-unexplained-engine-stall","label":"Unexplained engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10618986","quote_1_text":"WAS LEAVING THE CUL-DE-SAC WHERE WE LIVE AND THE FIRST INTERSECTION IS A \"T\". AS THE CAR STARTED TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN THE CAR SHUT DOWN WITH NO WARNING. WITH THE STEERING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SHUT DOWN AND BRAKE SYSTEM SHUT DOWN, WE ARE BLESSED THE CAR WAS ABLE TO STOP BEFORE","quote_2_odi":"10572666","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE IS SHUTTING OFF/STALLING WITHOUT ANY WARNING, THIS HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES. EACH TIME THE SYMPTOMS ARE THE SAME, AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT AN HOUR THE CAR IS PARKED AND LEFT FOR ONE OR TWO HOURS. WHEN IT IS RESTARTED IT RUNS FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS AND THEN SHUTS OFF WITH","quote_3_odi":"10643133","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE TO SIDE OF ROAD. THE BATTERY AND CDC-EDC WARNING INDICATORS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2011-dsg-false-neutral","label":"DSG transmission false neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10907394","quote_1_text":"WHILE IN MOTION AND UNDER POWER, CAR SUDDENLY LOSES DRIVE; ACTS AS IF SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL. SOMETIMES A FLASHING WRENCH INDICATOR IS SEEN IN PLACE OF THE GEAR NUMBER IN THE INSTRUMENT DISPLAY","quote_2_odi":"10422843","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2011 VW GTI 2-DOOR DSG. I HAVE EXPERIENCED A \"FALSE NEUTRAL\" ABOUT 7 TIMES IN THE 5+ WEEKS I HAVE OWNED THIS CAR","quote_3_odi":"10411567","quote_3_text":"2011 VW GTI W/ DSG TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE HAS 12K MILES AND REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF MECHATRONICS UNIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2011-hpfp-failure-stall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11546719","quote_1_text":"The High-pressure Fuel pump failed during a routine drive at approximately 1500 RPMs. This caused an immediate loss of power while in traffic","quote_2_odi":"10734069","quote_2_text":"HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP WENT OUT ON MY 2011 GOLF TDI. MY FAMILY AND WERE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WHEN IT COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"10607975","quote_3_text":"2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI, STARTED SHAKING WHILE DRIVING. I JUST MADE IT TO THE RIGHT LANE WHEN THE ENGINE STOPPED COMPLETELY, LEAVING ME STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2011-fuse-box-wiring-melting","label":"Engine fuse box and wiring melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11496080","quote_1_text":"Fuse F16 (30A) in the engine fuse plate, melted instead of breaking - causing half of the cars lights to stop functioning including turn signals and brake lights","quote_2_odi":"11361687","quote_2_text":"LOST ALL LIGHTS, F16 AND F17 FUSES AND THE ENTIRE FUSE BOX WAS MELTED. FUSES WERE ARCING AND SHORTING INTERNALLY, BUT DIDN'T FAIL","quote_3_odi":"10586064","quote_3_text":"ACCORDING TO MY VW HONOLULU SERVICE PROVIDER MY 2011 VW GOLF'S STARTER CONNECTION WIRES WERE MELTED AND EXPOSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11048012","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL YEAR MAKE AND MODEL RECALLED, BUT VIN DOESN'T MATCH. SUSPECT CLERICAL ERROR WITH VIN PLEASE RECALL THIS VEHICLE TO CHECK AND/OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE AIRBAG INFLATOR","quote_2_odi":"10919683","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN APRIL","quote_3_odi":"10863571","quote_3_text":"YESTERDAY I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM VW SAYING MY CAR WAS SUBJECT TO A RECALL FOR A TAKATA AIRBAG ISSUE. THE LETTER SAID PARTS ARE NOT YET AVAILABLE TO MAKE REPAIRS AND TO DO NOTHING AT THIS TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2011-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11173312","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED BLACK SMOKE UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND OBSERVED FLAMES","quote_2_odi":"11464271","quote_2_text":"Electrical Short caused catastrophic fire in engine compartment, suspected issue is a water leak due to faulty manufacturing","quote_3_odi":"10723924","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. MOMENTS AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE, IT CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2011-intercooler-freeze-stall","label":"Intercooler condensation freezing causing stall","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10959486","quote_1_text":"INTERCOOLER EXPERIENCED CONDENSATION CAUSING THE ENGINE TO \"HYDROLOCK\" RESULTING IN DESTRUCTION OF THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"10444668","quote_2_text":"WAS TOLD BY VW SERVICE THAT INTERCOOLER HAD CONDENSATION THAT FROZE AND THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE. CURRENTLY MORE THAN 600 AWAITING MODIFICATIONS AND PARTS ARE UNAVAILABLE FOR UP TO 6 WEEKS","quote_3_odi":"10672117","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE AND THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2011-brake-wear-rotor-warp","label":"Premature brake wear and rotor warping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2015-07","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10545339","quote_1_text":"SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE WE NOTICED THE FRONT BRAKES CAUSED A VIBRATION/ WOBBLE AT SPEED WHEN BRAKING, THIS WAS WITH LESS THAN 9000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10731741","quote_2_text":"I AM NOW GOING TO HAVE TO REPLACE MY BRAKES AND ROTORS FOR THE THIRD TIME AND POSSIBLY THE CONTROL ARMS AS WELL","quote_3_odi":"10519965","quote_3_text":"WV 2011 ROUTAN. WHEN THE REAR TIRES/BRAKES GET WET EITHER BY RAIN OR WASHING, AND THE PARKING BRAKE IS APPLIED, THE BRAKES WILL NOT RELEASE WHEN YOU UNLOCK THE PARKING BRAKE PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2011-transmission-slip-shift","label":"Transmission slipping and erratic shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10876529","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION SLIPPING. MY 2011 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN SEL HAD ONLY ABOUT 64,800 WHEN I STARTED TO GET A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WHICH WAS DIAGNOSED AS A TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID ERROR","quote_2_odi":"11131817","quote_2_text":"FAULTY TRANSMISSION: THE SPEED CHANGES WHILE DRIVING FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THE CAR HAS ONLY 57000 MILES MOSTLY ON CITY STREETS. JERKS ARE FELT WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10918913","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO ABRUPTLY LUNGE FORWARD WHEN THE GEAR WAS SHIFTED FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2011-sliding-door-failure","label":"Sliding door failure to open or lock","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11209559","quote_1_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE SLIDING PASSENGER DOOR IS STUCK IN LOCKED POSITION. UNABLE TO OPEN DOOR MANUALLY OR WITH REMOTE. PROBLEM SHOWED UP AROUND 90,000 MILES, NO INDICATION OF A CAUSE","quote_2_odi":"10501259","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE SIDE SLIDING DOORS WOULD OPEN INDEPENDENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11442717","quote_3_text":"When the mileage reached exactly 100k both sliding doors shuts. When I put it on manual control button overhead it’s not working in both doors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2011-tipm-stall-no-start","label":"TIPM-related stalling and no-start failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":132,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11175863","quote_1_text":"THE IGNITION TURNS OFF WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. I HAD TO COAST TO A STOP IN TRAFFIC TO RESTART THE CAR. IT HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES. ALL ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE FOB AND THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS","quote_2_odi":"10936148","quote_2_text":"TIPM GOING OUT. CAR STALLS, WON'T START, TIRE PRESSURE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH NOTHING WRONG, TOTAL SYSTEM SHUT DOWN COMING. THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM THAT WILL ONLY BE FIXED WHEN I REPLACE THE TIPM FOR $1500","quote_3_odi":"10934069","quote_3_text":"TIPM PROBLEMS MY CAR STOPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND MOST MORNING IT WON'T START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2011-airbag-deployment-fault","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11217142","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON/OFF FOR THE LAST 2 WEEKS. I CHECKED THE RECALL AND SEE THERE ISN'T ONE. I CALLED A MECHANIC AND HE COULDN'T TELL ME WHY THE LIGHT WOULD BE CONTINUALLY GOING ON/OFF","quote_2_odi":"11060989","quote_2_text":"I CANNOT USE OR SELL MY CAR UNTIL AIRBAGS ARE REPLACED.. I HAVE BEEN WAITING NOW FOR YEARS FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS!!","quote_3_odi":"10644733","quote_3_text":"UNFORTUNATELY MY 2011 VW ROUTAN WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE IT WAS STRUCK ON THE PASSENGER SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE MOVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30MPH. AS A RESULT OF THE COLLISION THE ROUTAN SPUN 270 DEGREES AND ROLLED OVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2011-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11433271","quote_1_text":"Timeing chain skipped a tooth destroyig the engine completely. Yes its available for inspection upon request. The problem has been settled in a class action lawsuit but no recall has been issued for ea888 engines between 2008 and 2013","quote_2_odi":"10855650","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE AT 70,000 MILES. SUFFERED A CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE WHEN THE TIMING CHAIN JUMPED TIME. THE TENSIONER FAILURE IS A KNOWN AND CONFIRMED ISSUE SINCE 2012","quote_3_odi":"11020597","quote_3_text":"ON AUGUST 15, 2017 I ATTEMPTED TO START MY VEHICLE AFTER SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY FOR 24 HRS. THE ENGINE WOULD NOT TURN OVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED CATASTROPHIC INTERNAL TOP-END DAMAGE DUE TO A FAILED TIMING CHAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2011-water-pump-turbo-oil-leaks","label":"Water pump, turbocharger, and oil seal leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11244428","quote_1_text":"HAVE HAD 3 VW WATER PUMP FAILURES WITHIN THE PAST 11 MONTHS. THE ORIGINAL WATER PUMP FAILED IN SEPTEMBER 2018; THE REPLACEMENT FAILED IN JUNE 2019; AND ANOTHER REPLACEMENT FAILED IN AUGUST 2019","quote_2_odi":"11010654","quote_2_text":"TURBO FAILURE, WATER PUMP FAILURE, AND REAR MAIN SEAL FAILURE. ALL RIGHT AFTER HITTING 100K MILES. NEARLY 5K IN TOTAL REPAIR COSTS","quote_3_odi":"10579502","quote_3_text":"THE ENGINES REAR MAIN OIL SEAL STARTED LEAKING. BROUGHT IT TO VOLKSWAGEN DEALER WHERE THE CAR WAS BOUGHT AND STATED THAT THERE WAS THOUGHT TO BE AN OIL LEAK AND WHILE THE OIL CHANGE WAS DONE IF THEY COULD TAKE A LOOK IT WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2011-clock-spring-airbag-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11712684","quote_1_text":"My 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan was included in the Volkswagen clock spring safety recall. According to Volkswagen’s records, the recall repair was completed in 2016","quote_2_odi":"11463294","quote_2_text":"The clock spring is broken in my 2011 VW Tiguan at 114,000 miles. Therefore, the driver airbag on the steering wheel does not work. Therefore, there is a safety issue if one drives the car","quote_3_odi":"10933950","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE UNTIL THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V483000 (AIR BAGS). SHORTLY AFTER THE DEALER'S REPAIR, THE RIBBON CABLE SNAPPED INTERNALLY AND CAUSED A FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2011-melted-fuse-box-lighting-failure","label":"Melted fuse box causing multiple exterior lights to fail","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10551776","quote_1_text":"WHEN STARTING MY CAR (AFTER IT HAD BEEN SITTING IN THE GARAGE FOR OVER 24 HRS) I IMMEDIATELY GOT A \"CHECK LEFT FRONT LOWBEAM\" WARNING PLUS A WARNING LIGHT ON THE DASH","quote_2_odi":"10526032","quote_2_text":"A FUSE HAS MELTED (NOT BURNED OUT IN THE TYPICAL MANNER), AND MELTED PART OF THE FUSE BLOCK. THIS CAUSED ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE VEHICLE TO MALFUNCTION","quote_3_odi":"10502373","quote_3_text":"I STARTED RECEIVING WARNING LIGHTS THAT THERE WERE BURNED OUT BULBS AROUND THE CAR. IT STARTED WITH THE RIGHT FRONT HIGH BEAM, THEN LOW BEAM. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE SAME DAY AS THERE WAS A SAFETY CONCERN WITH AN OUT HEADLIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2011-ignition-coil-misfire-stall","label":"Ignition coil failure causing engine misfire and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2015-11","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10638051","quote_1_text":"WE BOUGHT 2011 VW TIGUAN SE IN MAY 2011, AND THIS NOTORIOUS IGNITION-COIL ISSUE HAPPENED TWICE TO US ALREADY. BELOW IS THE TIMELINE & DETAILS","quote_2_odi":"10584815","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE RAPIDLY DECELERATED FROM 50 MILES PER HOUR TO APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES PER HOUR. CHECK ENGINE AND EPC WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. ENGINE RAN ROUGH AND ACCELERATION ABOVE 35 MILES PER HOUR WAS NOT POSSIBLE","quote_3_odi":"10731124","quote_3_text":"I WAS TURNING LEFT OFF OF A HWY. I ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE TO 40 MILES AND THE CAR HESITATED LIKE IT WAS SWITCHING GEARS, DECREASED IN SPEED AND STARTED SHAKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2011-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stalling or losing power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11604747","quote_1_text":"My Tiguan randomly shuts down or stalls while driving. I have come very close to accidents because It is in the middle of the road where I can't pull over, people coming around a curve behind me that may not have time to brake, specifically RV's and Semi-trucks","quote_2_odi":"10913706","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART","quote_3_odi":"10542745","quote_3_text":"TRAVELING NORTH/WEST BOUND ON INTERSTATE 94 IN MAPLE GROVE, MN. CAR SUDDENLY LOST POWER, STARTED STUTTERING, AND THEN SHUT OFF. WAITED 2 HOURS FOR A TOW ON THE SIDE OF THE FREEWAY WITH A 3 YEAR OLD IN 90 DEGREE HEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2010-timing-chain-tensioner","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11073575","quote_1_text":"HAVE A GTI WHERE THERE IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILING. VW RECOMMENDS REPLACEMENT OF THESE PARTS WHICH COST OVER $1300. THERE IS A SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THIS ISSUE. AND OF COURSE VW KNOWING THIS WAS A PROBLEM CHANGED THE DESIGN IN NEWER CARS","quote_2_odi":"11066463","quote_2_text":"LESS THAN TWO YEARS LATER, AT ROUGHLY 106,000 MILES THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING RESULTING IN VALVE DAMAGE AND ULTIMATELY FULL ENGINE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10914861","quote_3_text":"THE RESULT IS A TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE AND VERY LARGE $2200 REPAIR FEE WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR A SIGNIFICANT REBUILD OF THE ENGINE IF MORE DAMAGE IS FOUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2010-dsg-mechatronic-failure","label":"DSG transmission mechatronic unit failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10946204","quote_1_text":"DSG TRANSMISSION MECHATRONICS UNIT FAILED AT 70,000 MILES JULY 2016. TRANSMISSION GOES INTO LIMP MODE...WON'T GO INTO REVERSE AND JUMPS DOWN TO AND REMAINS IN FIRST GEAR WHEN IN D","quote_2_odi":"10368086","quote_2_text":"JERKY, HALTING TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT /DISENGAGEMENT IN FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. CAUSED A REAR-END ACCIDENT WITH ONLY 343 MILES ON THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10353600","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GTI THAT HAS A DSG TRANSMISSION THAT SLIPS,CLUNKS,AND HAS A POWER LOSS. THERE HAS BEEN 53000 OF THESE TRANSMISSIONS RECALLED. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP OVER THREE TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2010-ignition-coil-intake-manifold","label":"Ignition coil and intake manifold misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11419311","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle started jerking and failed to properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal","quote_2_odi":"10672759","quote_2_text":"I WAS TOLD THAT THE IGNITION COIL SHOULD LAST UP UNTIL 100K MILEAGE AND THIS GAVE OUT AT 65K AND CAUSED ENGINE MISFIRING AND ALMOST ENGINE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10550454","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STARTED TO SHUDDER AND MISFIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND ALL OF THE VALVES NEEDED TO BE CLEAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2010-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure and overheating","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11101720","quote_1_text":"WATER PUMP FAILURE, TWO FAILURES IN 8 YEARS, THE SECOND FAILURE WITH 20,000 MILES ON THE PUMP. IT FAILED WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND CAR BEGAN TO OVERHEAT","quote_2_odi":"11083347","quote_2_text":"CAR OVERHEATED AND BROKE DOWN ON ROUTE 95 IN VIRGINIA DUE TO A DEFECTIVE WATER PUMP. THIS IS THE THIRD WATER PUMP IN LESS THAN 3 YEARS AND 6332 MILES THAT HAS GONE BAD IN THIS VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2010-abs-module-brake-lockup","label":"ABS module failure and brake lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11575395","quote_1_text":"under emergency braking at around 70mph all 4 wheels locked up and abs/traction lights illuminated on dash. Caused a minor accident and flat spot on all 4 tires. ABS did not work","quote_2_odi":"11496218","quote_2_text":"About a month ago, while driving , the abs light, brake light and ESP light came on. After about 2 weeks of troubleshooting, a local mechanic troubleshot the issues to a faulty ABS module","quote_3_odi":"11124278","quote_3_text":"TRAVELING AT 45 MPH DOWN A TWO WAY HIGHWAY, I WENT TO PASS A SLOW MOVING VEHICLE WHEN THE EPC TURNED ON ONCE AGAIN.I LOST POWER AND TRIED TO RETURN BACK INTO MY LANE THE VEHICLE IN FRONT SPIKED ON THE BRAKES, I TRIED STOPPING BUT DUE TO THE ABS MODULE GOING BAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2010-engine-stall-stop-and-go","label":"Engine stall during stop-and-go driving","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10365560","quote_1_text":"THE 2010 GTI WITH DSG DRIVING IN HEAVY STOP AND GO TRAFFIC, AFTER AND HOUR AND HALF . STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC AT 7:00 PM","quote_2_odi":"10361239","quote_2_text":"2010 VW GTI WITH DSG HAS STALLED OUT TWICE FOR ME IN TRAFFIC. THE CAR WILL START TO IDLE ROUGHLY THEN STALL OUT. THIS USUALLY OCCURS AFTER BEING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC AFTER AND HOUR OR SO","quote_3_odi":"10312802","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED HE LOST THE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE AT HIGHWAY SPEED. AS HE WAS DRIVING THERE WAS A BIG CLUNKY SOUND AND THE VEHICLE SLOWS DOWN BUT DID NOT COME TO A COMPLETE STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2011-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11046659","quote_1_text":"60K MILES TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED AT IDLE IN MY GARAGE CAUSING CATASTROPHIC ENGINE DAMAGE. VWOA DECLINED ASSISTANCE DESPITE TSB EXISTING FOR UPDATED PART. VWOA CITED REASON OF FAILURE AS IMPROPER MAINTENANCE. ALL MY MAINTENANCE WAS DONE ON TIME OR EARLY AT VW DEALERS WITH","quote_2_odi":"11047206","quote_2_text":"MY VW GTI HAS A FAILING TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER THAT CAUSED MY VALVES TO COLLIDE WITH PISTONS AND REQUIRED A REBUILD OF THE ENGINE (EXCLUDING TIMING CHAIN). THE ENGINE IS NOT TIMED CORRECTLY AND HAS LOST A TON OF POWER AND IS RATTLING, IF I CONTINUE TO DRIVE IT WILL MOST LIKELY","quote_3_odi":"11015007","quote_3_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE. STARTED THE CAR ONE MORNING AND RAN EXTREMELY ROUGH AND WOULDN'T STAY RUNNING. DEALER WANTS %6000 TO REBUILD ENGINE OR $7000 FOR A REMANUFACTURED ENGINE. CAR HAS 80K MILES ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2011-dsg-false-neutral","label":"DSG transmission false neutral and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10425417","quote_1_text":"FROM SECOND DAY OF OWNERSHIP VEHICLE HAS HAD TRANSMISSION (DSG AUTOMATIC) PROBLEMS. AT WELL OVER 40 OCCURRENCES (IN 30,000 MILES) THE TRANSMISSION WILL SLIP INTO NEUTRAL WHEN SLOWING TO A RATE OF 10MPH OR LESS AND THEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE, CAUSING AN EXTREMELY UNSAFE CONDITION","quote_2_odi":"10432598","quote_2_text":"WHEN ACCELERATING AFTER HAVING SLOWED DOWN FOR A TURN, THE CLUTCH FAILS TO ENGAGE AND I GET A FALSE NEUTRAL. THE RPM GOES ALL THE WAY TO 5000, 6000, BUT THE CAR DOESN'T SPEED UP BECAUSE IT'S IN NEUTRAL, EVEN WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR IS IN D. THIS IS DIFFICULT TO REPLICATE BECAUSE","quote_3_odi":"10413815","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE IS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GTI EQUIPPED WITH A DSG TRANSMISSION. THE GTI IS NOT OFFERED AS CHOICE WHEN SELECTING VEHICLE MODEL USING THIS ON-LINE COMPLIANT FORM. OCCASIONALLY THE VEHICLE FAILS TO ACCELERATE OR ACCELERATES VERY SLOWLY WHEN ATTEMPTING TO MOVE FORWARD FROM A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2011-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10722036","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GTI. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED THAT THE WATER PUMP FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 76,000","quote_2_odi":"10653680","quote_2_text":"CAME OUTSIDE TO A FAILED WATER PUMP. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH VARIOUS VOLKSWAGENS. MANY SHOP TECHS ARE VERY FAMILIAR WITH THIS ISSUE. IT IS UNSAFE FOR THE DRIVER AND OTHER CARS. THERE IS A CHANCE THE PUMP COULD FAIL WHILE DRIVING OR A PERSON MAY NOT NOTICE THE COOLANT ON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2011-clockspring-airbag-horn-loss","label":"Clockspring failure disabling airbag, horn, and controls","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11478572","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen GTI. The contact stated that he lost the function of the steering wheel, horn, controls, and air bag. The air bag warning indicator light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and it was diagnosed that the clock spring needed to","quote_2_odi":"11474199","quote_2_text":"My horn had stopped working and I brought it to the dealership to get it diagnosed. They identified it as a clockspring issue, and with the knowledge that VW has an active recall for the clockspring, I was hoping that I could get the clockspring replaced under the warranty","quote_3_odi":"11448621","quote_3_text":"There are many cases of clock spring failure in my model as well as many others. The problem here is that this failure has caused my to lose the use of all my steering wheel controls, horn and airbag and shifters. VW has obliged about the problem and is willing to repair it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2011-fuse-box-melting-lighting","label":"Fuse box melting with exterior lighting outage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11129117","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT I HAD SEVERAL LIGHTS QUIT WORKING SIMULTANEOUSLY. A BULB WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH AND MESSAGES FOR RIGHT FRONT LOW BEAM, RIGHT FRONT TURN SIGNAL, LEFT REAR TURN SIGNAL,LEFT REAR BRAKE, RIGHT FRONT HIGH BEAM, RIGHT FRONT FOG LIGHT, LEFT FRONT","quote_2_odi":"10810589","quote_2_text":"INTERMITTENT, PARTIAL OR FULL LOSS OF OF EXTERIOR LIGHTING. WARNING LAMP INSIDE DID PROVIDE THE NAMES OF MULTIPLE, RANDOM LIGHTS THAT HAD FAILED, SOMETIMES ACCURATE, OTHER TIMES INACCURATE. LIGHTS WOULD FAIL AT RANDOM WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION. FUSE F16 OVERHEATED AND MELTED","quote_3_odi":"11457483","quote_3_text":"I bought the car and a couple days later the dash started lighting up with a bunch of codes about exterior lights so we checked them all fine I went to the auto part store and they said that the vehichle I have has a known issue with the fuses burning so we pull the fuse and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2011-ignition-coil-misfire","label":"Ignition coil failure causing engine misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10662178","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN SPUTTERING, AND STRUGGLING TO MAKE POWER AFTER BEING STARTED AND DRIVEN DOWN A STREET AT LOW SPEEDS. ECM AND ECU BOTH THREW CODES PERTAINING TO A CYLINDER MISFIRE. REPLACED SPARKPLUGS. MISFIRE REMAINED. IDENTIFIED AS IGNITION COIL PACK, WHICH IS AN","quote_2_odi":"10851689","quote_2_text":"WHILE ACCELERATING OFF THE RAMP THE CAR STALLED AND STARTED TO SHAKE. IT CREATED A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION SINCE I ALMOST GOT REAR ENDED. BESIDES, BEING IMMOBILIZED ON THE SIDE OF THE VERY BUSY HIGHWAY IS DANGEROUS AS WELL. IT TURNED OUT THAT ONE OF THE COILS HAVE FAILED AND","quote_3_odi":"10617058","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 VW GTI WITH ONLY 38000 MILES LOST FIRST IGNITION COIL. THERE ARE MULTIPLE RECALL FROM VW FOR THIS PART, BUT NOT FOR THIS MODEL YEAR. AS RESULT, VEHICLE LOOSING POWER DURING DRIVING. *JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2012-power-window-failure","label":"Power window failure to open or close","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2015-04","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10467808","quote_1_text":"DRIVER AND PASSENGER WINDOWS REQUIRE MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO CLOSE COMPLETELY. SEVERAL PROBLEMS EXIST---FIRST IS THAT AS THE WINDOWS ARE RAISED, THEY TRAVEL UPWARDS, STOP, THEN RETRACT SEVERAL INCHES","quote_2_odi":"10473856","quote_2_text":"MY DRIVER'S WINDOW WON'T GO ALL THE WAY UP AFTER PARKING. IT IS SUPPOSED TO LOWER JUST A HAIR WHEN OPENED AND CLOSE AGAIN ONCE THE DOOR IS SHUT. THIS LETS RAIN IN","quote_3_odi":"10463382","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW WOULD NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY. AS A RESULT, WATER WAS ENTERING THE VEHICLE WHEN IT RAINED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2012-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2014-09","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10568312","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, GOING ABOUT 60MPH, WHEN I NOTICED A SLIGHT, HIGH PITCHED RATTLE. A COUPLE OF MINUTES LATER, WHILE STILL ON THE HIGHWAY, I NOTICED A CRACK IN THE WINDSHIELD RIGHT IN THE CENTER OF THE VEHICLE JUST BEHIND THE REARVIEW MIRROR","quote_2_odi":"10515161","quote_2_text":"MY WINDSHIELD CRACKED ON ITS OWN WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT A RATE OF 60MPH. THERE WERE NO CHIPS OR SPLITS FROM ROCKS","quote_3_odi":"10458213","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED A SET OF CRACKS NEAR THE TOP OF MY WINDSHIELD, APPROXIMATELY AT THE POINT WHERE THE REAR VIEW MIRROR ATTACHES AND EXTENDING UP TO THE ROOF LINE EDGE. THE CRACKS WERE APPROXIMATELY 6\" - 8\" IN LENGTH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2012-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11430152","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V785000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11407487","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V785000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11433397","quote_3_text":"I received a recall notification dated Dec. 16, 2020 for my 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. The notification was for a replacement of the driver's side airbag which could explode due to high temperature or humidity","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2012-steering-system-failure","label":"Steering system noise and failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11350776","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION THE STEERING LOCKED UP, PREVENTING ANY KIND OF TURNING OF THE STEERING WHEEL, CAUSING A CATOSROPHIC CRASH INJURING THE DRIVER ON A CITY STREET","quote_2_odi":"10840219","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING RACK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"10532044","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A HIGH PITCH WHISTLING NOISE IN THE STEERING SYSTEM. IT IS PRESENT WHEN THE VEHICLE IS SITTING STILL AND WHILE THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11155981","quote_1_text":"ON NOVEMBER 2, 2018, WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 20 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CUT IN FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT REAR ENDED THE OTHER VEHICLE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11054966","quote_2_text":"WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING 15 MPH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND BACK THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_3_odi":"10913755","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES WHERE THE AIR BAG SENSOR WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, EVERY FEW THOUSAND MILES, THE FAILURE RECURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2012-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling and failure to start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10883378","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE DIES WHILE DRIVING. HAS HAPPENED ON COUNTLESS OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT, TURNING, STOPPED AT LIGHT, ETC. NO WARNING. ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUTS OFF","quote_2_odi":"10884570","quote_2_text":"ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE EXHAUST CAMSHAFT FRACTURED AND CAUSED A BLOCKAGE OF THE EXHAUST FUEL LEAVING THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"volkswagen-cc-2012-timing-chain-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain and tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11081530","quote_1_text":"VW TIMING BELT WAS REPLACED AT 50000 MILES, NOW NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AGAIN AT 114000 WHICH IS CAUSING CHAIN TO SKIP TEETH. ENGINE RATTLES NOW. VW WARNED THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE AND DO NOT DRIVE BECAUSE ENGINE CAN FAIL COMPLETELY","quote_2_odi":"11113028","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS 47500 MILES AND ALL SERVICES ARE DONE AT SCHEDULED INTERVALS. WAS INFORMED THAT THE LOWER TIMING COVER & TENSIONER NEED REPLACEMENT ALONG WITH UPPER TIMING COVER & CAM GIRDLE. COST IS OVER $2000. THIS SHOULD NOT BE DEFECTIVE WITH THIS MANY MILES","quote_3_odi":"11254467","quote_3_text":"CAR STUTTERED RIGHT BEFORE I PARKED IN A PARKING SPOT TURNED OFF CAR, WENT IN A STORE CAME BACK OUT AND CAR WOULD NOT START, JUST CRANKS BUT WONT TURN OVER. TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE. LOSS OF 4 CYLINDER COMPRESSION. NEED COMPLETE ENGINE REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"volkswagen-cc-2012-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable and delayed repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10940370","quote_1_text":"TAKA RECALL : DEALERSHIP WILL NOT REPAIR BEC MANUFACTOR HAS NOT 9UT A PLAN IN PLACE. THIS PREVENTS ME FROM SELLING THIS CAR. I NO LONGER FEEL SAFE DRIVING IT. HOWEVER, I NO CHOICE AS I ONLY OWN ONE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11129243","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL MULTIPLE APPOINT REQUESTS SINCE JUNE 2018 IN HOUSTON AREA NAMELY: ARCHER VOLKSWAGEN , 10400 SOUTHWEST FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77074 WEST HOUSTON VOLKSWAGEN, 17113 KATY FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77094","quote_3_odi":"11129272","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN CC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE THE PART FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V148000 (AIR BAGS) TO THE DEALER WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"volkswagen-cc-2012-fuel-pump-stalling","label":"Fuel pump module failure causing vehicle stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11082170","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO LINDSAY VOLKSWAGEN IN STERLING, VIRGINIA WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP MODULE WAS FAULTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"11115062","quote_2_text":"ON 25 JULY 2018, CURRAN VOLKSWAGEN, INC CHANGED THE FUEL PUMP MODULE THAT NOW CAUSES AN INTERRUPTION IN POWER TO THE FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE MAKING THE VEHICLE TO STALL WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11349285","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PUSH THE VEHICLE TO THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE HE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE WITH A DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP AND HAD THE FUEL PUMP REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2010-ignition-steering-lock","label":"Ignition switch and steering wheel lock sticking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11458021","quote_1_text":"My car only has 43K miles, I had issues when it was 10K miles, where the key will not turn to start the engine, it gets stuck, and sometimes it gets stuck with the steering wheel. The issue was reproducible when I brought it in to the VW dealership near me. The service rep told","quote_2_odi":"10937096","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS ABLE TO FULLY ROTATE UPON TURNING THE VEHICLE ON AND WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT THE","quote_3_odi":"10689585","quote_3_text":"NOTICED A SIMILAR COMPLAINT AND WANTED TO ADD THAT SINCE OWNING THE 2010 VW BEETLE, WHEN THE TEMPERATURE GETS VERY WARM, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK FEATURE IS VERY DIFFICULT TO DISENGAGE, CAUSING THE IGNITION KEY SWITCH TO REMAIN LOCKED. I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH THIS FOR 4 YEARS AS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2010-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight bulb and housing failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10894722","quote_1_text":"HEAD LIGHT HOUSING ON BOTH SIDES HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE NOT TO MENTION HOW MANY BULBS HAVE BEEN REPLACED ON BOTH SIDE. OCCASIONALLY, IF A BULB GOES OUT THEN ALL LIGHTING SYSTEMS FAIL EVEN IF YOU ARE DRIVING!","quote_2_odi":"11251898","quote_2_text":"THE HEADLIGHT ON MY 2010 NEW BEETLE WENT OUT. IT STARTED TO DIM WHILE MY SON WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE TO WORK TONIGHT AND THEN WENT COMPLETELY OUT WHILE HE WAS PARKED IN THE PARKING LOT AT WORK. HE CALLED AND WAS TELLING ME THAT THE LEFT HEADLIGHT WAS DIM AND DID NOT LOOK BRIGHT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2010-power-window-failure","label":"Power window failure to roll up or down","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10347125","quote_1_text":"2003 NEW VW BEETLE. WAS ROLLING UP THE REAR WINDOW AND IT STOPPED WORKING AND WILL NOT ROLL UP ANY MORE. WINDOW WAS NOT IN A BIND NOTHING WAS IN THE WAY OF IT, AFTER IT BROKE I WENT ON LINE AND SEE THAT THIS IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10357313","quote_2_text":"THE BACK PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW STUCK IN THE 1/2 DOWN/UP POSITION. WHEN WE TRIED TO LOWER IT WITH POWER WINDOW MECHANISM, IT CRUSHED UPON ITSELF. DURING ITS REPLACEMENT FOR $880, OUR VW TECHNOLOGY, INC. SERVICEMAN OFFERED THAT ALL CONVERTIBLE BEETLE VOLKSWAGEN HAVE THIS","quote_3_odi":"10616482","quote_3_text":"WINDOW HAD BEEN STICKING GOING BACK UP, THEN COMPLETELY FAILED AND FELL DOWN WHILE DRIVING. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2010-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak at metal casting seam","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2015-11","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10790654","quote_1_text":"FEBRUARY 2015 MY FUEL TANK BEGAN LEAKING FROM A PRESSED RIDGE AREA OF THE TANK, NOT IN A SEAM, NOT IN A GASKET. TANK REPLACED. SIX MONTHS LATER SECOND FUEL TANK LEAKING IN SAME AREA. APPEARS TO BE A PRODUCTION AND MANUFACTURING DEFECT RELATED TO A WEAK AREA OF THE METAL. FUEL","quote_2_odi":"10724868","quote_2_text":"FUEL TANK FAILURE WITH METAL CASTING OF THE TANK CAUSING THE ESCAPE OF EXPLOSIVE FUEL VAPORS AND VEHICLE STALLING. BOTH VW OF AMERICA AND THE SERVICING DEALERSHIP HENDRICK VW OF LEWISVILLE TEXAS WOULD NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THE SERVICE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10790655","quote_3_text":"REPORTING AS OF INITIAL COMPLAINT NUMBER 10790654. WANT TO MAKE SURE THAT NHTSA REALIZES THERE ARE TWO GAS TANK LEAKS FOR THE 2010 VW BEETLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2010-transmission-stall-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and stall on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11257013","quote_1_text":"2010 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE FAILED SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 10 MPH AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND OFFERED TO ASSIST","quote_2_odi":"11254239","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE AND STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION MIGHT NEED TO BE REPROGRAMMED; HOWEVER, THE CAUSE OF THE","quote_3_odi":"10446288","quote_3_text":"CAR WAS SERVICED AT AUDI OF HUNTSVILLE ON 7/11/11. NEW INJEC PUMP, TOOTH BELT, TENSIONER, WATER PUMP, COOLANT AD, ADDITIVE, 3 ROLLERS, RIBBEDBELT AND FUELFILTER INSTALLED. REMOVED TIMING COVERS. REMOVED INTAKE PIPING AN THE TENSIONER, WATER PUMP AND BELT. REINSTALLED REMOVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2010-brake-light-response","label":"Brake light and brake response malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11075356","quote_1_text":"WATER LEAK INTO REAR HATCH; THIRD BRAKE LIGHT PREMATURE PLASTIC PART FAILURE AT 75,016 MILES. THIS IS SAFETY ISSUE DUE TO THE RISK OF ACCIDENT OR WATER/ELECTRICAL FIRE","quote_2_odi":"11023771","quote_2_text":"WHEN I BRAKE, THE BRAKE LIGHTS DOES NOT COME ONE SOMETIME AND COMES ON SOMETIMES. I'VE HAD SEVERAL COMPLAINTS, PEOPLE FOLLOWING BEHIND ME AND CURSE AT ME FOR MY LIGHTS NOT WORKING","quote_3_odi":"10689580","quote_3_text":"AT 7AM ON A 5 DEGREE ABOVE ZERO MORNING, MY VW PULLED OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE FINE, I DROVE ONE BLOCK, FINE, AT THE SECOND BLOCK'S STOP SIGN, MY BRAKES DID NOT RESPOND. FOR THE REMAINDER OF MY COMMUTE TO AND FROM WORK I HAD TO DRIVE VERY SLOWLY, BRAKE VERY HARD FOR THE CAR TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"timing-chain-tensioner-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11025443","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FRACTURED AND DESTROYED THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"10940228","quote_2_text":"MY 2012 VW EOS HAD A TENSIONER CHAIN JUMP 5 TEETH WITH NO WARNING. AND NOW THAT IS SUPPOSED TO COST MY OVER 4,000$ TO REPAIR ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP I HAD IT TOWED TO FROM MY HOUSE","quote_3_odi":"11032235","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2012 VW EOS WITH 75,000 MILES, MAINTAINED REGULARLY. LAST MONTH THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED AND FELL INTO THE ENGINE WHILE IT WAS MOVING, DESTROYING THE REMAINDER OF THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"transmission-false-neutral-power-loss","label":"Transmission drops into neutral or loses power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10469139","quote_1_text":"1ST TIME PULLING UP TO THE AIRPORT PARKING GATE TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED, UNABLE TO MOVE THE CAR FOR ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES. 2ND TIME ON THE ONRAMP OF THE HIGHWAY ENTERING TRAFFIC, TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED AGAIN. RETURNED THE CAR TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11101245","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 50+ AND THE TRANSMISSION QUIT( LIKE WE WERE IN NEUTRAL ). HAD TO MANEUVER ACROSS TRAFFIC TO THE SHOULDER. RESTARTED AND VEHICLE DROVE FINE TIL NEXT DAY AND IT HAPPENED AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"10563184","quote_3_text":"HERE IS MY STORY... TRANSMISSION WILL GO INTO NEUTRAL STATE WHILE DRIVING. FINALLY FAILED ON 2/2013. MECHATRON UNIT REPLACED. PROBLEM CONTINUED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11131890","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE SUN ROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT RECEIVED MINOR CUTS AND GLASS WAS EMBEDDED INTO HER SKIN DUE TO THE FAILURE, BUT MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS NOT REQUIRED","quote_2_odi":"11449887","quote_2_text":"While my wife was exiting off of I-75 approaching the traffic light to turn left, the sun roof exploded into pieces. Large and small pieces of glass were scattered throughout the car. The approximate speed was 40 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11020409","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF IMPLODEDCAL DEALER (EXECUTIVE VOLKSWAGEN OF NORTH HAVEN RT5, 444 STATE STREET, NORTH HAVEN, CT, 06473) WAS CONTACTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"takata-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11005208","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE MY CAR GIVEN THE RISK. THIS RECALL WAS SENT TO ME OVER A YEAR AGO AND STILL HAS NOT BEEN MADE AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10990591","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL IT'S BEEN OVER A YEAR. TODAY, BEFORE FILING THIS, I CALLED THE DEALER ONE LAST TIME TO CHECK ON REMEDY. THEY SAID THE PART WAS IN, COME ON DOWN IT WILL ONLY TAKE AN HOUR. I DROVE THE 20 MILES ONLY TO BE TOLD, \"SORRY, THERE'S STILL NO REMEDY FOR YOUR MODEL.\"","quote_3_odi":"11123639","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL I HAVE CONTACTED TOM BUSH VOLKSWAGEN IN JACKSONVILLE FL TWICE REGARDING THE REPAIR FOR THE RECALL ON MY VEHICLE. I WAS TOLD PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE AFTER AUGUST 5 2018","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"clock-spring-failure-disables-airbags","label":"Steering wheel clock spring failure disables airbags","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11404385","quote_1_text":"VW RECALL69L2 AIRBAG -CLOCK SPRING FAILURE NHRSA CAMPAIN #15V483000","quote_2_odi":"11153449","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT ON 12/29/17, NOT QUITE 3 MONTHS AFTER I BOUGHT THE CAR, THE CLOCK SPRING FAILED, WHICH MEANT NO AIRBAGS. SINCE I KNEW THIS WAS PREVIOUSLY AN ISSUE, I CONTACTED VW DIRECTLY SINCE THE RECALL WAS NOT COMING UP AT THE DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"11645817","quote_3_text":"In an accident I was struck by another vehicle that swerved into my lane at a very high rate of speed. His vehicle struck my car on the drivers side front quater panel just after the head light and continued past the drivers door","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"fuel-injector-failure-stall-misfire","label":"Fuel injector failure causing stalling or misfire","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10851020","quote_1_text":"ON MARCH 18, 2016 I WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND IT BEGAN TO SHAKE AND SHUTTER AS IF I HAD A FLAT TIRE. IT WOULD ALSO NOT ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"11130542","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE CONTINUES TO STALL WHILE AT LOW IDLE OR STOPPED. SEVERAL ATTEMPTS OF FIXING THIS ISSUE AT THE DEALERSHIP HAS FAILED TO IDENTIFY AND CORRECT THE ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11277027","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING A 2012 VW EOS, THE ENGINE STUMBLED AND UNLOADED TONS OF SMOKE OUT OF THE REAR OF THE CAR. THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING THE CAR AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED AND CAUSED A DANGEROUS SITUATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-tdi-high-pressure-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure (TDI)","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10470560","quote_1_text":"AT 6,519 MILES, WHILE ABOUT TO ENTER THE ON-RAMP OF A LOCAL HIGHWAY, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND GLOW PLUG INDICATOR LIGHT BEGAN TO FLASH. I WAS ABLE TO VEER OFF THE ENTRANCE RAMP AND CONTINUE DOWN THE DOWN TO THE NEAREST SAFE PARKING LOT AREA; AS I PULLED INTO THE PARKING LOT","quote_2_odi":"10489003","quote_2_text":"THE CAR IS A 2012 VW GOLF TDI, PURCHASED AROUND APRIL OF 2012. IT HAD APPROXIMATELY 7500 MILES AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. I WAS ON A SHORT DRIVE TO THE STORE AND BACK (5 MILES ROUND TRIP FROM HOME). ON THE WAY BACK, I HEARD A METAL GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"10596795","quote_3_text":"DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC ON HIGHWAY WHEN GLOW PLUG ICON ON DASH STARTED TO BLINK, LOST SIGNIFICANT ENGINE POWER. PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED WITH NOTHING ON DASH. QUICKLY, GLOW PLUG ICON STARTED BLINKING AGAIN, ALONG WITH A SOLID MOTOR ICON ON DASH. DROVE TO DEALERSHIP WITH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-transmission-driveline-failure","label":"Transmission and driveline component failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11143467","quote_1_text":"DUAL MASS FLYWHEEL FAILED AT 81,200 MILES RENDERING THE VEHICLE INOPERABLE. FAILURE WAS 21,200 MILES AFTER POWER TRAIN WARRANTY EXPIRED. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND BEGAN TO SHIFT VERY STRANGELY, WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT HOME AND PARK IT","quote_2_odi":"10854895","quote_2_text":"CV JOINTS FAILED AT UNDER 38K MILES ON AUTOMOBILE","quote_3_odi":"10507390","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. STARTED MOTOR AND PLACE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IN REVERSE. A LOUD CLUNK NOISE WAS HEARD BUT BACKING UP WAS OK. THEN PLACED VEHICLE IN DRIVE AND THE SAME NOISE WAS HEARD AGAIN. THE VEHICLE TRANSMISSION APPEARS TO OPERATE ONLY IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-tdi-intercooler-icing-cold-stall","label":"Intercooler icing causing cold-weather no-start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2014-03","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10567577","quote_1_text":"TL- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON EXTREMELY COLD CONDITIONS THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. AFTER MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS THE VEHICLE WAS SUCCESSFULLY RESTARTED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE DEALER STATED","quote_2_odi":"10562469","quote_2_text":"FIRST INCIDENT WAS 1/06/14. MY WIFE WAS A WEEK OVER HER DELIVERY DATE TRIED TO START THE CAR AND IT TRIED TO TURN OVER BUT WOULDN'T START. EVENTUALLY CALLED DEALER WHO HAD HER TOW IT IN TO THEM. THE DEALER INFORMED HER OF MOISTURE IN INTERCOOLER PIPE WHICH THEY BLEW OUT WITH AN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-water-pump-failure-engine-damage","label":"Water pump failure with timing belt and engine damage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2013-06","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10480604","quote_1_text":"AT 2766 MILES I WAS CRUISING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH ON MY WAY TO WORK WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND THE EPC LIGHT CAME ON. THE ENGINE WAS COMPLETELY UNRESPONSIVE, I PULLED OFF TO THE SHOULDER, CALLED ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND WAS TOWED TO THE NEAREST DEALER THE","quote_2_odi":"10515491","quote_2_text":"WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS, I HEARD A RATTLE FROM THE ENGINE, FOLLOWED BY THE SOUND OF SOMETHING RATTLING IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND THEN FALLING OUT. THE ENGINE DIED IMMEDIATELY AND I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER. AFTER THE DEALER INSPECTED THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-air-bag-non-deployment-in-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal or rear collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11422285","quote_1_text":"My vehicle struck a car from behind moving about 35 mph. Air bags did not deploy and I had a proceeding next injury. Why did the airbags not deploy? I have read that \"A loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag will prevent the air bag from deploying in the","quote_2_odi":"10537374","quote_2_text":"THIS CAR WAS INVOLVED IN A VEHICLE CRASH. IMPACT WAS TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE PRIMARILY TO THE DOOR AND FRONT END. DESPITE THE SEVERITY OF THE IMPACT, NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE OR THE STEERING WHEEL. I SUSTAINED AN INJURY TO THE SHOULDER AND AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE","quote_3_odi":"10510419","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON A HIGHWAY IN DALLAS. THERE WAS A 2003 TOYOTA TACOMA TWO LANES TO THE LEFT OF ME. HE APPARENTLY WANTED TO TAKE AN EXIT THAT WAS RAPIDLY COMING UP. HE HAD A DRESSER IN THE BED SO HE ASKED HIS WIFE IF IT WAS CLEAR TO CUT ACROSS ALL 5 LANES TO TAKE THE EXIT. I WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-air-bag-recall-parts-delay-clockspring","label":"Air bag recall parts delay and clockspring fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10882668","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN APRIL OF 2016. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT","quote_2_odi":"10899593","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I SPOKE WITH VW CUSTOMER CARE AND THEY SAID THERE IS NO FIX CURRENTLY AVAILABLE DUE TO A LACK OF PARTS. FURTHERMORE, THEY SAID THEY ARE NOT PROVIDING AN ALTERNATIVE TO DRIVING MY DEFECTIVE CAR AND THEY WILL NOT DISABLE THE FAULTY AIR BAG. SO I'M LEFT DRIVING A CAR","quote_3_odi":"11231324","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED FOR THE SAFETY OF THE PASSENGER IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DUBLIN VOLKSWAGEN (LOCATED AT 6085 SCARLETT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-fuse-box-melting-exterior-lights-out","label":"Fuse box melting with exterior lights failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10654071","quote_1_text":"WHEN STARTING MY GOLF TDI I RECEIVED SEVERAL WARNING MESSAGES ON THE CAR'S INFORMATION SCREEN TO CHECK TURNING LIGHTS, BRAKE LIGHTS, HEADLIGHTS AND RUNNING LIGHTS ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE OF THE CAR. THE RIGHT HAND HEADLIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS AND BRAKELIGHTS WERE OUT. THE CAUSE OF","quote_2_odi":"11266012","quote_2_text":"INTERMITTENTLY, DASHBOARD MFD WOULD INDICATE THAT ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS FAILED. SHUT OFF ENGINE AND PULLED OUT KEY. INSERTED KEY AND RESTARTED AND ALL WOULD BE FINE. GOT TO THE POINT THAT LIGHTS WERE IN FACT NOT WORKING. PULLED OUT FUSES AND WHEN I PULLED THE 30A FUSE (F16?) I","quote_3_odi":"11465640","quote_3_text":"At first, my vehicle dashboard warning light came on saying I have 9 different lights out(headlight, high beam, brake light, turn signals, etc). I thought it was odd for all these to go out at once, so I took it to the dealership for them to look at it. They couldn’t find","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2012-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11267382","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GTI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE ENGINE WAS STARTED, IT RATTLED INSIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEMONTROND VOLKSWAGEN (14101 NORTH FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77090, (281) 872-3855) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN AND THE TIMING","quote_2_odi":"11053440","quote_2_text":"ON THE MORNING OF NOVEMBER 29, 2017 I FOUND THAT MY 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GTI WOULD NOT START. THE VEHICLE HAS 73,530 MILES AND HAS BEEN MAINTAINED BY A VOLKSWAGEN DEALER SINCE I PURCHASED IT IN SEPTEMBER OF 2013. I DROVE THE VEHICLE AND PARKED IT IN MY GARAGE THE NIGHT OF NOVEMBER 28","quote_3_odi":"11031471","quote_3_text":"WATER PUMP FAILED ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS. HAD THE FUEL PUMP FAIL, AIR INTAKE, EXCESS CARBON BUILD UP ON VALVES, AND NOW TOTAL ENGINE FAILURE. THE ROCKER ARM FOR NUMBER 3 CYLINDER BROKE IN HALF CAUSING TOTAL ENGINE FAILURE. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION DURING ALL OF THE EVENTS. VW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2012-brake-vacuum-abs-failure","label":"Brake vacuum booster and ABS module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11605256","quote_1_text":"ABS Control Module short and failure occurred. Trouble codes generated include 01325 - Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module No signal/communication and 01130 - ABS Operation Implausible signal static. Upon visiting an Authorized Volkswagen dealer service center was charged","quote_2_odi":"11174233","quote_2_text":"WHILE CAR WAS STOPPED BUT RUNNING THE VACUUM PUMP 'BROKE' WITH A LOUD GRINDING SOUND AND OIL STARTED LEAKING EVERYWHERE. PUTTING THE CAR IN MOTION WASN'T A PROBLEM DISPITE THE GRINDING SOUND BUT BRAKES WERE *VERY* HARD TO PRESS AND WAS *VERY* DIFFICULT TO STOP THE CAR. DECIDED","quote_3_odi":"10883458","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, I PRESSED THE BRAKES ONE TIME AND THEY WORKED, THE NEXT TIME THEY DIDN'T. NO SLOW DEGRADATION, THEY JUST WENT FROM WORKING FINE TO NOT WORKING AT ALL. THE VACUUM BOOSTER FAILED CATASTROPHICALLY SUCH THAT THERE WAS NO ASSIST AND WHEN MORE PRESSURE WAS APPLIED BRAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2012-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump failure and coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11562435","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen GTI. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low coolant level warning light illuminated. The contact stopped and refilled the coolant reservoir bottle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with","quote_2_odi":"11130939","quote_2_text":"MY CAR IS DISPLAYING THE SAME SIMPTOMS LISTED AT SEVICE CODE 19K5 BUT VW IS REFUSING TO FIX THE PROBLEM. I TALKED TO A REPRESENTATIVE FROM VW AND SHE SAID MY CAR IS NOT INCLUDED. PLEASE ANY HELP OR ADVISE 407-790-5101. THE WATER PUMP IS LEAKING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2012-clock-spring-airbag-warning","label":"Clock spring failure triggering airbag warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11482092","quote_1_text":"My Air bag light came on. Plus all the controls on my steering column do not work, including the horn. I called the VW dealer. They knew exactly what it was. The Clock Spring. This happened in early May. I was told the part has been on back order for 6 months. The dealer does","quote_2_odi":"11287820","quote_2_text":"THE CLOCK SPRING IN MY STEERING WHEEL HAS BROKEN/QUIT WORKING, VOLKSWAGEN REFUSES TO REPLACE IT UNDER THE RECALL BECAUSE MY VIN NUMBER WAS NOT FLAGGED DURING THE RECALL, THE AIRBAG LIGHT, ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ARE ALL ON, MY MECHANIC DIAGNOSED IT TO","quote_3_odi":"11160754","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GTI. WHILE DRIVING, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE AIR BAG MIGHT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO VOLKSWAGEN NORTH SCOTTSDALE (LOCATED AT 7001 E CHAUNCEY LANE, PHOENIX, AZ","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2012-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Unexpected shift to neutral or gear engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10442762","quote_1_text":"DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC, I HAD TO SLOW DOWN A LITTLE IN ORDER TO ALLOW THE CAR NEXT TO ME TO PASS SO I COULD CHANGE LANES WITHOUT HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THE CAR SEEMED TO SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL AND DID NOT RESPOND WHEN I HIT THE ACCELERATOR. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ACTUALLY","quote_2_odi":"10475406","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IS A MANUAL 6 SPEED. TWO INCIDENTS - FIRST, THE CAR WOULDN'T ENGAGE INTO REVERSE FROM A STOP UNTIL THE VEHICLE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF AND ON SEVERAL TIMES. CAR OPERATED NORMALLY FOR ABOUT 2 WEEKS. SECOND INCIDENT, CAR WOULDN'T ENGAGE INTO ANY GEAR WHILE MOVING 10-15 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10716470","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GTI. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL ON ITS OWN. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2012-fuse-block-melting","label":"Fuse block melting causing electrical warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11163121","quote_1_text":"UPON TURNING MY CAR ON TODAY I RECEIVED 9 SEPARATE BULB OUT WARNINGS. AFTER A LITTLE WHILE WENT AND TRIED THE CAR AGAIN AND ALL THE WARNINGS WENT AWAY. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION I COME TO FIND THAT ONE OF MY FUSES IS NOT BLOWN BUT MELTED AND SO IS THE FUSE BLOCK UNDER THE HOOD","quote_2_odi":"10872104","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING UNDER NORMAL, DRY CONDITIONS WHEN I BEGAN TO GET MDI NOTIFICATIONS ABOUT FAILED LIGHTING. A TOTAL OF 11 NOTIFICATIONS CAME ACROSS. AFTER MUCH RESEARCH I DISCOVERED THE PROBLEM. THE 30A FUSE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX HAD MELTED. THIS IS NOT NORMAL WEAR AND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2012-tipm-no-start-hard-start","label":"Crank-no-start / hard start tied to TIPM fuel pump relay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11170167","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CRANKED, BUT FAILED TO START AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VOLKSWAGEN LEE'S SUMMIT (2225 NE INDEPENDENCE AVE, LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64064, (816) 600-4224) WHERE","quote_2_odi":"11155589","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN A PARKING LOT VAN WOULD NOT START. IT WOULD TURN OVER AN CRANK AGAIN AND AGAIN WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START, BUT THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RUN. TOW TRUCK DRIVER WAS ABLE TO START IT BY REMOVING PUSH START AND USING KEY FOB, BUT HAD TROUBLE GETTING IT STARTED AGAIN UNLOADING AT","quote_3_odi":"11052565","quote_3_text":"I FILE A COMPLAINT A FEWS MONTHS AGO ABOUT HAVE TROUBLES STARTING MY VAN OR BATTERY DRAINAGE. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP IN SHREVEPORT, LA. THE HAD TO REPLACE THE MODULE (TIPM)FUEL PUMP.THIS COST MY FAMILY 1700! THIS IS A SERVE SAFTY PROBLEM FOR MANY FAMILIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2012-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission shift failure and rough gear engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11445020","quote_1_text":"The transmission on our 2012 VW Routan has completely failed. The car will not go into gear and left my wife in a position where she was stranded in traffic. We are the original owners of this vehicle and have followed the recommended maintenance schedule","quote_2_odi":"10917314","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE, IT JERKED AND REVERSED ROUGH WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATING AS INTENDED","quote_3_odi":"10577107","quote_3_text":"WE HAVE NOTICED THAT THE NEW CAR HAS BEING PROBLEM SHIFTING GEARS AND HAVE BEEN TAKING IT TO THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES JUST TO BE TOLD THAT THEY DO NOT SEE ANY PROBLEMS. MAY 2013 WE HAVE RECEIVED A RECALL MENTIONING HARSH 1-3 UP SHIFTS AND ERROR IN THE TORQUE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2012-brake-shudder-stopping-distance","label":"Brake shudder and increased stopping distance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10735488","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE SHUDDERS VIOLENTLY ON STOPPING FROM VARIETY OF SPEEDS. THIS IS FELT IN THE BRAKE PEDDLE, STEERING COLUMN, STEERING WHEEL. VEHICLE SHAKES FRONT TO BACK AND SIDE TO SIDE ON BRAKING. VEHICLE STILL APPEARS TO BRAKE ADEQUATELY, THOUGH SOMETHING IS DEFINITELY WRONG WITH THE","quote_2_odi":"10779828","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE REQUIRED A LONGER STOPPING DISTANCE THAN NECESSARY WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT FOG LIGHT FAILED TO OPERATE WHEN ENGAGED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2012-tipm-stall-loss-steering-brakes","label":"Engine stall while driving with loss of steering/brakes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11578885","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is shutting off while driving. It randomly shuts off and I see there are other recalls associated with this issue for a different year but same vehicle/model. I am being quoted well over $2,000 in repairs. This vehicle only has 130,000 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"10510839","quote_2_text":"10,000 MILES, FULL WARRANTY, BOUGHT NEW LESS THAN A YEAR AGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MILES PER HOUR ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY MOTHER AND TWO CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE, THE VAN LOST ALL POWER MID-DRIVE. BRAKES, STEERING, EVERYTHING STOPPED FUNCTIONING. THANKFULLY IT WAS LATE","quote_3_odi":"11217412","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WILL JUST SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING. NO WARNING, NO LIGHTS, NO CHECK ENGINE, NO POWER STEERING OR POWER BREAKS (I HAVE TO PUT ALL I GOT INTO TRYING TO STEER THE CAR TO JUST PULL OVER!)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2012-engine-mechanical-failure","label":"Internal engine component failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11366410","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A TICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO STREET VOLKSWAGEN LOCATED AT 8707 PILGRIM DR, AMARILLO, TX 79119, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"11354796","quote_2_text":"WHEN GETTING OFF HIGHWAY WHILE AT LIGHT MY CAR SPUTTERED AND STALLED. THE CAR WOULD NOT RESTART AND I HAD TO HAVE TOWED. THE RIGHT SIDE CYLINDER HEAD HAD TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF OVER $4000. VW IS REPLACING THE LEFT SIDE UNDER WARRANTY FOR 10 YEARS BUT NOT THE RIGHT SIDE FOR","quote_3_odi":"11021507","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY AND STALLED. THE CONTACT DID NOT RECALL IF A WARNING INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2012-airbag-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment without impact or failure to deploy","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11600204","quote_1_text":"Driver steering wheel airbag deployed while parking van at work. Nothing was hit just went off causing burns and wrist pain and swelling. Wife stated that the front windshield wipers started turning on randomly while driving to work and then airbag blew while parking","quote_2_odi":"11319996","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVERS HEADREST AIRBAG DEPLOYED WHILE SITTING IN MY GARAGE. ENGINE HAD JUST BEEN STARTED. IF THIS HAD HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING IT COULD HAVE STARTLED DRIVER TO THE POINT OF LOSS OF CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"11196628","quote_3_text":"I WAS IN A PRETTY BAD CAR ACCIDENT 4/5/2019 WITH 6 KIDS IN THE CAR AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED.. WE WERE I MOTION WHEN CAR INFRONT OF ME TRIED TO AVOID THE CAR IN FRONT OF HIM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"timing-chain-tensioner-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11605547","quote_1_text":"I was accelerating on the highway when my engine started making a rattling sound and the check engine light came on. I took my car into a specialty European auto shop and they determined my timing chain and tensioner needed replacing. The price is going to be over $5k and there","quote_2_odi":"11450588","quote_2_text":"At 77k miles the engine's timing chain jumped a tooth or two at startup. This seems to have destroyed the engine. Prior to that: no problems. My DTC scanner said the cam timing was off. VW wanted $25k to fix it after having it towed in. It sounded like rocks in a coffee can","quote_3_odi":"11104184","quote_3_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED (COMMON ISSUE WITH VW TSI ENGINE) AND CAUSED AN INTERFERENCE WHICH RESULTED IN A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE ENGINE DURING A REGULAR ENGINE START-UP. THIS ISSUE HAPPENED AT ABOUT 115,000 MILES AND RESULTED IN AN ENGINE REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"water-pump-failure-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump failure with coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11648866","quote_1_text":"The original primary engine water pump system for a 2012 VW Tiguan 2.0 was replaced under the VW extended warranty in 2020 by an authorized dealer as a the result of the class action suit---please see Water Pump Class Action and Limited Warranty Extension bulletin issued by","quote_2_odi":"11292323","quote_2_text":"THE WATER PUMP HAS BEEN CRACKED, LEAKING THE COOLANT. THE CAR ENGINE WAS OVERHEATED BUT DIDN'T LEAD TO ACCIDENTS IN MY CASE. VW GROUP IS PRODUCING THE WATER PUMP OUT OF PLASTIC, WHICH EVENTUALLY CRACKS FOR MANY OF VW AND AUDI CAR OWNERS","quote_3_odi":"11193943","quote_3_text":"WATER PUMP MALFUNCTIONS AND OIL LEAKS LEADING TO WATER PUMP MALFUNCTIONS THAT OVER HEAT THE ENGINE AND CAUSE SIGNIFICANT ENGINE DAMAGE. THREE WATER PUMPS IN THREE YEARS AND ULTIMATELY BLOWN ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"driver-seat-belt-fails-to-extend-retract","label":"Driver seat belt fails to extend or retract","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10995530","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE SHOULDER SEAT BELT WOULD REMAIN AND/OR ENGAGE IN A LOCKED POSITION INCORRECTLY. THIS WOULD CREATE A VERY DANGEROUS AND STRESSFUL SITUATION FOR US. IT WOULD PREVENT US FROM BEING ABLE TO STRAP IN (WHICH IS ALSO A LAW IN OUR STATE). WE","quote_2_odi":"10979183","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY, AND THE AMBIENT AIR IS APPROXIMATELY 65F, OR HIGHER THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT WILL NOT RELEASE/EXTEND NOT ALLOWING THE DRIVER TO FASTEN THE SEAT BELT","quote_3_odi":"10597016","quote_3_text":"THE ORIGIN OF THE \"LAP\" PART OF THE SEAT BELT IS BEHIND THE SEAT, SO THE BELT RIDES UP ONTO MY BELLY WHEN I MOVE SEAT FORWARD TO REACH THE PEDALS. ALSO THE VERTICAL PORTION OF BELT SITS ON MY NECK RIGHT OVER THE CAROTID ARTERY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"engine-stalls-while-driving","label":"Engine stalls while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11682937","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. Additionally, while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was able to restart. The check engine, EPC, and TPMS warning lights","quote_2_odi":"10926449","quote_2_text":"SHORTLY AFTER THE DEALER'S REPAIR, THE VEHICLE HAD A STRONG HESITATION AND STALLED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP AND PROVIDED FURTHER TESTING. THE FAILURE RECURRED RANDOMLY","quote_3_odi":"10493431","quote_3_text":"AFTER STOPPING AT A TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICE, DRIVER ACCELERATED INTO AN INTERSECTION, AT WHICH TIME THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE PLACED INTO PARK, AND WAS THEN ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE DEALERSHIP'S SERVICE CENTER PERFORMED A FUEL PUMP PRESSURE TEST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"clock-spring-failure-disables-airbag-horn","label":"Clock spring failure disables airbag, horn, steering","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11462669","quote_1_text":"Heard and felt a \"click/grind\" in steering wheel and airbag error light illuminated on dash.Front driver airbag error, airbag will not deploy in the event of a collision. Horn does not work. Steering wheel controls do not work. Airbag error warning","quote_2_odi":"11100324","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CLOCKSPRING FAILED. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE AIR BAG ERROR WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. IN ADDITION, THE HORN FAILED TO OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SUNRISE VOLKSWAGEN (931 SUNRISE HIGHWAY, LYNBROOK","quote_3_odi":"11076247","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"power-steering-failure-wheel-lockup","label":"Power steering failure with wheel lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11268366","quote_1_text":"UPON STARTING THE CAR, THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO SHAKE VIGOROUSLY. THE SHAKING STOPPED AFTER A FEW SECONDS AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOCKED IN POSITION AND COULD NOT BE TURNED. AT THAT POINT THE STEERING POWER FAILURE LIGHT CAME ON ALONG WITH A LOUD WARNING SOUND","quote_2_odi":"11377174","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE POWER STEERING FAILED TO OPERATE AS NEEDED. THE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING SYMBOL APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC ON SEVERAL DIFFERENT OCCASIONS WHERE THE","quote_3_odi":"11697066","quote_3_text":"Steering wheel gets locked up while driving; power steering fails. The red steering light turns on. This is a problem that happens to several Tiguans. There were no prior symptoms prior to failure. This is extremely dangerous and difficult to deal with while driving, especially","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2012-adblue-heater-failure","label":"AdBlue tank heating element failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2016-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10825817","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 TDI LUX JUST WENT IN FOR A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND THE DIAGNOSIS WAS THE ADBLUE HEATER HAS GONE BAD. I HAD 55,000 MILES AT THE TIME. I WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALERSHIP THAT THIS PART IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE POWERTRAIN OR EMISSIONS WARRANTIES. I WAS INFORMED THAT THIS FIX","quote_2_odi":"10906918","quote_2_text":"AD BLUE HEATING ELEMENT FAILED FOR SECOND TIME ON VEHICLE. FIRST ONE REPLACED AT 58,000 MILES AND SECOND ONE AT 98,500 MILES. VOLKSWAGEN NOT OFFERING ANY FINANCIAL RELIEF FOR SECOND FAILED PART CITING THE PART WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED","quote_3_odi":"10925396","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AT 70,000 MILES AND WAS DUE TO THE AD BLUE TANK HEATER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2012-steering-wheel-shake","label":"Steering wheel shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10505743","quote_1_text":"THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS 99% OF THE TIME. THE SPEED AT WHICH THIS OCCURS IS IN THE RANGE OF 65-80 MPH. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE A SAFETY CONCERN. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10610742","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2012 TOUAREG TDI THAT HAS A STEERING SHAKING PROBLEM WHICH IT HAS EXHIBITED SINCE I PURCHASED IT. VW HAS TRIED TO RECTIFY THE PROBLEM BY ROAD FORCE BALANCING AND INSTALLING NEW TIRES BUT THIS HAS NOT RESOLVED THE PROBLEM. THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES, OR OSCILLATES, WHEN","quote_3_odi":"10854971","quote_3_text":"STEERING WHEEL SHAKES DURING HIGH WAY DRIVING. MOSTLY HAPPENS AROUND 80 MPH, HAVE DONE THE ROAD FORCE BALANCING AND 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENTS. THE POWER STEERING WHEEL ALSO HAS A WEAK ASSISTANT TO TURN BACK TO CENTER. HERE IS A YOUTUBE LINK OF DEMONSTRATION OF STEERING SHAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2012-brake-pedal-issues","label":"Brake pedal and service brake issues","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10467905","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A KNOCKING SOUND WAS COMING FROM THE UNDER CARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE THE DEALER WAS ABLE TO IDENTIFY THE KNOCKING, BUT WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE","quote_2_odi":"10614989","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2012 VW TOUAREG AND RECENTLY, I HAVE HAD AN ISSUE WITH THE BRAKES. WHEN I COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AT A LIGHT OR FOR A LONG TIME, AFTER 5 OR MORE SECONDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL STARTS TO GO DOWN AND THE CAR STARTS TO ROLL FORWARD. I CAN STOP THE ROLLING IF I PUSH THE BREAKS ALL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2012-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11632714","quote_1_text":"While driving my family around, the car lost engine power and came to a stop on a busy roadway leaving us stranded until a tow truck could arrive. There were no warnings or indications that anything was wrong. One minute, it was driving fine and out of nowhere, the engine shut","quote_2_odi":"10714211","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A BUSY STREET, WHEN I STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. THE CAR STALLED AT THE LIGHT, AND WOULD NOT RESTART. I HAD IT TOWED TO THE NEAREST VW DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL PUMP (METAL FOUND), AND THAT THEY WERE GOING TO HAVE TO REPLACE THE","quote_3_odi":"10584371","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON A THREE LANE EXPRESSWAY. WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL IN SPITE OF LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND BRAKES AND COASTED TO STOP ON NARROW BERM. WHEN I TRIED TO RESTART THE ENGINE I SMELLED FUEL AND UPON OPENING THE DOOR DISCOVERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2012-seatbelt-airbag-malfunction","label":"Seat belt and airbag system malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10906075","quote_1_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY 24 AIRBAG SPONTANEOUSLY DEPLOYED AND I WAS INVOLVED IN MVA. FRONT END OF VW TOUREG SMASHED INTO CONCRETE CENTER POST. TRAVELING ABOUT 65 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11415844","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER SEAT BELT DOES NOT LATCH PROPERLY AND COMES OFF WHILE DRIVING. MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE SEAT BELT TO LATCH AND BE SECURE. THIS PROBLEM STARTED AROUND JULY 2020","quote_3_odi":"11540257","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. The contact stated that the driver’s side seat belt unintendedly unlatched while driving at various speeds. Additionally, the contact stated that the clockspring was defective, causing several failures with the vehicle. The contact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2013-tire-tread-blowout","label":"Tire tread separation or blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11432429","quote_1_text":"Continental passenger rear tire (215/60 R 16) blew out while I was driving on the freeway. There was a swerve then a pound rumbling noise. It was very dangerous. I was put at severe risk because it blew out on the freeway. There were no warning lamp last prior to this incident","quote_2_odi":"10640417","quote_2_text":"I HAD TWO BLOWOUTS IN BACK TO BACK WEEKS IN APRIL 2014 AND THOUGHT IT WAS BAD LUCK. THE TIRES WERE CONTINENTAL CONTIPRO AND HAD LESS THAN 20K MILES. I REPLACED 2 EACH TIME SINCE THE CAR IS FWD. THEY CAME ON MY 2013 BEETLE TDI","quote_3_odi":"10713260","quote_3_text":"HANKOOK FRONT TIRES WORE OUT AT 10,000 MILES. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2013-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall repair delayed by part shortage","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11697116","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V785000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_2_odi":"11652579","quote_2_text":"I’m filing this complaint regarding the Takata airbag recall on my 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. I took my vehicle to the dealership, but they informed me that the replacement part is on national backorder with no clear timeframe for availability. I called Volkswagen Customer CARE on","quote_3_odi":"11405234","quote_3_text":"A RECALL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED FOR AN ISSUE ON THE FRONTAL AIRBAGS, WHICH MAY RESULT IN AN EXPLOSION SENDING METAL FRAGMENTS INTO THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS, RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. WHILE THE REMEDY HAS BEEN DESCRIBED AS A REPLACEMENT OF THE AIRBAGS, VOLKSWAGEN HAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2013-key-stuck-ignition-steering-lock","label":"Key stuck in ignition or steering lock mechanism","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11673968","quote_1_text":"Key is getting stuck in the vechile. Wont let me shut the vechile off and took it to the vechile and the said it was the steering lock mechanism","quote_2_odi":"11109960","quote_2_text":"VW BEETLE (2013) WOULD NOT TURN OFF AS THE KEY WAS STUCK IN IGNITION WHILE THE CAR WAS RUNNING! STOPPED AT GAS STATION TO FILL UP AND WHEN I TRIED TO REMOVE KEY, WOULD NOT COME OUT. HAD EXPERIENCE PROBLEM THE DAY BEFORE BUT THOUGHT USING A DIFFERENT KEY WOULD HELP BUT IT","quote_3_odi":"11253087","quote_3_text":"AROUND 7/8/19 MY KEY STARTED GETTING STUCK IN THE ON POSITION CAR RUNNING. I TO BE AFTER READING COMPLAINTS AND SEEN THERE WAS AN EXTENDED WARRANTY ON THE STEERING LOCK SO THEY FIXED THAT NO PROBLEM. WHEN I GOT THE CAR BACK THE KEY WAS ALREADY IN IGNITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2013-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall or power loss while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11669434","quote_1_text":"My car will randomly die after sitting at a light or pulling onto the highway or just pulling out of my garage. The car starts up and sounds fine, when I put it in reverse to pull out of the garage, it will die while moving backwards. Sitting at a red light, the car if running","quote_2_odi":"11073439","quote_2_text":"INCIDENT 1 SEVERAL MONTHS AGO, I PULLED UP TO A STOP LIGHT. AS THE VEHICLE NEARED A COMPLETE STOP, THE ENGINE STALLED. I WAS UNABLE TO RE-START THE VEHICLE FOR 20 MINUTES. (THE ENGINE WOULD CRANK BUT NEVER START.) INCIDENTS 2 THROUGH 4 THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11331259","quote_3_text":"WHEN DECELERATING ALL POWER SHUTS OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON AN OFF RAMP (7-5-19), GOING TO START TO GO THOUGH A GREEN LIGHT (7-15-19), WHILE DRIVING IN MY SUBDIVISION (7-16-19)AND TODAY (6-27-20) ON A BUSY HIGHWAY AND NOW WILL NOT STAY OPERATIONAL IN THE DRIVEWAY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"water-pump-coolant-leaks","label":"Water pump and coolant system leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10782604","quote_1_text":"MY 2013 VW GTI HAS HAD DEFECTIVE WATER (COOLANT) PUMP. I HAVE ALREADY HAD THREE (3!) MAJOR REPAIRS TO REPLACE THE FAULTY WATER PUMP AND FIX THE LEAK OF COOLANT. THE ISSUE FIRST STARTED AT ABOUT 10,000 MILES AND REOCCURED AT 15,000 MILES AND THEN AT 25,000","quote_2_odi":"10639316","quote_2_text":"DEALER DIAGNOSIS: THE WATER PUMP HAD FAILED. WHEN I NOTED MY PREVIOUS COOLANT ODOR COMPLAINT, THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE ADVISOR REPLIED THAT \"THEY KNOW ABOUT THIS PROBLEM, BUT WE CAN'T FIX IT UNTIL IT FAILS","quote_3_odi":"10621263","quote_3_text":"I DROVE 4 MILES AND NOTICE MY COOLANT LIGHT COME ON AND DECIDE TO PARK MY VEHICLE. THE VERY NEXT DAY I NOTICE COOLANT WAS VERY LOW AND HAD BIG LEAK. I JACKED THE CAR UP AND NOTICE THE LEAK WAS COMING FROM ENGINE AND NOT THE RADIATOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"intake-manifold-failure","label":"Intake manifold failure and check engine light","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11311130","quote_1_text":"INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY IN 2015. IN LATE 2019 THE VEHICLE DISPLAYED A SERVICE ENGINE WARNING WHICH TURNED OUT TO BE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD AGAIN. OUT OF WARRANTY THE SERVICE COST ME IN EXCESS OF $1000","quote_2_odi":"10993931","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS JUST UNDER 60,000 MILES. A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. IT WAS P2015, WHICH WAS ASSOCIATED WITH THE INTAKE RUNNER POSITION. VW DEALERSHIP SAYS THE FLAP INSIDE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD HAS DISINTEGRATED","quote_3_odi":"10924203","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE DISPLAYING MIL LIGHT @ 68,948 MILES. DEALER DIAGNOSIS:TO CORRECT FAULT, REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF INTAKE MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY & FUEL FILTER, RECOMMENDED CLEANING OF INTAKE VALVES WHILE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS REMOVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"transmission-slips-into-neutral","label":"Transmission slipping into neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11656161","quote_1_text":"DSG automatic transmission started going into neutral at various speeds and driving conditions. It feels as though the clutch disengages momentarily, causing the vehicle to slow down and engine to rev. This is definitely not safe when trying to merge or drive on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11197284","quote_2_text":"WITHOUT WARNING THE VEHICLE PUTS ITSELF INTO NEUTRAL WAS TOLD NOTHING CAN BE DONE UNLESS IT'S ABLE TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPLICATED THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE ON EARLIER MODELS THAT RESULTED IN AN EXTENDED WARRANTY DUE TO THE SAFETY CONCERNS","quote_3_odi":"11101925","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION WENT INTO NEUTRAL RAPIDLY AND SLOWED DOWN THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"brake-warning-abs-failures","label":"Brake pedal travel and ABS control unit failures","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11377947","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND WHEN I WENT TO SLOW DOWN FOR A RED LIGHT MY BRAKES WERE NOT ENGAGING UNTIL MY PEDAL WAS PUSHED WELL OVER HALF WAY DOWN. THIS WAS A VERY SERIOUS ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11074577","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS ON A HIGHWAY AND STARTED BEEPING WITH WARNING LIGHT THAT SAID \"BRAKES SERVICE NOW\" AND BOTH BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS WERE ON. I TOOK IT TO SHOULDER TO CHECK. THE CAR HAD ONLY 33000 MILES ON IT. THE BRAKES SEEMED TO BE OKAY THOUGH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"windshield-chipping-visibility-issues","label":"Windshield chipping and mirror visibility issues","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2014-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10558767","quote_1_text":"THE WINDSHIELD HAS MANY CHIPS. IT SEEMS TO ME THAT THE GLASS IS HIGHLY AFFECTED BY SMALL ROAD DEBRIS (ROCKS, SALT) WHICH CAUSES THE GLASS TO CHIP EASILY. IT IS BECOMING A DISTRACTION WHILE I DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"10553619","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY VOLKSWAGEN GTI MARCH OF THIS YEAR. DURING OWNERSHIP, I HAD THE WINDOWS TINTED AND EACH TIME IT WAS SERVICED BY THE DEALERSHIP SUBCONTRACTOR, THE WINDOWS WERE SCRATCHED","quote_3_odi":"10565175","quote_3_text":"THE RIGHT SIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR IS MOUNTED DEEPLY IN ITS PLASTIC HOUSING. WHEN THE MIRROR IS PROPERLY ADJUSTED, APPROXIMATELY 20% OF THE REFLECTED IMAGE IS OF THE MIRROR'S HOUSING ITSELF, LEAVING A SIGNIFICANT BLIND SPOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"airbag-warning-recall-parts-issues","label":"Airbag warning lights and Takata recall parts availability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11097303","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG ERROR LIGHT WENT ON. ALL ELECTRONICS ON STEERING WHEEL, INCLUDING HORN STOPPED WORKING. VW DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS SAY THAT CLOCK SPRING FAILED AND WANT $654 TO FIX IT","quote_2_odi":"10978489","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL NORTH PARK VW DEALER IN SAN ANTONIO TEXAS STATES THAT THE AIR BAG RECALL CANNOT BE PERFORMED BECAUSE PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE. IS THIS TRUE?","quote_3_odi":"10960229","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG INFLATOR IS NOT WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"engine-stalling-fuel-system-failures","label":"Engine stalling and fuel system failures","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10536206","quote_1_text":"CAR STALLED TAKING OFF FROM STOP. ENGINE RUNNING BUT CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. ENGINE THEN STOPPED. CRANKED OVER (STARTED) AND WENT ABOUT 2 BLOCKS. CAR STALLED AGAIN. THIS TIME IT WAS DIFFICULT TO GET STARTED AGAIN. HAD TO CRANK IT 3-4 TIMES","quote_2_odi":"10782606","quote_2_text":"MY 2013 VW GTI HAS AN ONGOING ISSUE-CONDITION WITH WHAT APPEARS TO BE A FUEL PUMP AND/OR LOW FUEL PRESSURE. IT USUALLY OCCURS RANDOMLY, WITHOUT ANY HINT. AFTER THE START UP THE CAR STALLS WITHIN A FEW SECONDS","quote_3_odi":"11074076","quote_3_text":"I'VE STARTED TO NOTICE THAT AFTER DRIVING MY CAR AND USING THE DSG SHIFTER OR SPORT MODE, MY CAR WILL NOT START BACK UP FOR A WHILE AFTER PARKED. SEEMS ONLY TO HAPPEN AFTER WARM ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2013-sunroof-drain-water-leak","label":"Sunroof drain leak flooding cabin floor","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11091238","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE FLOODED WITH STANDING WATER AFTER A HEAVY RAIN. ON MONDAY APRIL 30, 2018 THE VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP REPORTED THAT THE 2 DRAIN LINES FROM THE SUNROOF HAD \"DISCONNECTED THEMSELVES\" AND ALLOWED RAIN WATER INTO THE VEHICLE CABIN. IN 2007 A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT WAS FILED","quote_2_odi":"11218882","quote_2_text":"MY CAR LEAKS FROM THE INSIDE WHEN IT IS RAINING. AFTER A DAY (OR ANY PERIOD OF TIME) OF RAIN, WATER COMES IN FROM UNDERNEATH MY BACK SEATS AND FLOODS THE INTERIOR FLOOR. IT ALSO LEAKS FROM THE ROOFTOP. THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLES IS STATIONARY OR IN MOTION","quote_3_odi":"10971492","quote_3_text":"ON APRIL 3, 2017 I NOTICED A SMELL IN MY CAR, AND SUBSEQUENTLY FOUND THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE FLOORING WAS VERY WET. I MADE AN APPOINTMENT AT RAY BRANDT VOLKSWAGEN NEW ORLEANS FOR THE FOLLOWING DAY, ALTHOUGH MY CAR WAS OUTSIDE OF ITS WARRANTY PERIOD. ON APRIL 5, 2017 I ARRIVED AT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2013-clockspring-airbag-horn","label":"Clockspring failure disabling airbag, horn, wheel controls","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11579508","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the horn was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the clockspring needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11093737","quote_2_text":"THE CLOCK SPRING (DIAGNOSED BY PUGI VOLKSWAGEN IN DOWNERS GROVE, IL HAS MALFUNCTIONED IN THIS VEHICLE. SO ALL THE AIRBAGS AND ALL STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS DO NOT WORK IN THIS VEHICLE, SO IF I'M ABOUT TO GET INTO AN ACCIDENT, I CANNOT USE MY HORN, NOR WILL MY AIRBAG DEPLOY. THERE","quote_3_odi":"11058154","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE'S CLOCK SPRING WAS FOUND TO BE DYSFUNCTIONAL AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. MY STEERING WHEEL STARTED MAKING A CLICKING NOISE AND THEN AN AIRBAG ERROR CAME UP. I WAS AFRAID IT WOULD NOT DEPLOY IN THE EVENT OF A WRECK, OR DEPLOY FOR NO REASON DRIVING DOWN THE STREET. DOING SOME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2013-turbo-engine-power-loss","label":"Turbocharger failure with power loss or stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11480985","quote_1_text":"The turbo cracked with low mileage and regular maintenance destroying many engine components and causing the car to stop while driving. This is the 3rd instance my shop had seen with a Tiguan’s turbocharger cracking and destroying the engine for no clear reason","quote_2_odi":"11431249","quote_2_text":"Loss of power created by stuck waste gate actuator arm attached to the turbo. Lack of boost limited the vehicle's power while on the interstate which caused panic, but I was able to pull over and there was not an accident. Check engine light illuminated and the dealer informed","quote_3_odi":"11389392","quote_3_text":"NO POWER WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREET HAD TO HAVE THE TURBOCHARGER PUT IN CAR ONLY HAS 65600 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2013-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss with warning light","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11736239","quote_1_text":"When driving down the highway, my power steering went out with zero warning or indicators leading up to it going out. Upon researching, this is a problem that many people have experienced with this make and model of vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11480873","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while driving approximately at 70 MPH, the power steering failed. The contact had to use arm strength to pull the vehicle safely off the road. The contact stated she noticed a red warning light illuminated on the left","quote_3_odi":"11315766","quote_3_text":"UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING IS UNRESPONSIVE/INOPERABLE WITH CORRESPONDING CHIME AND A RED STEERING WHEEL WARNING IS ILLUMINATED ON DASHBOARD. SECONDS TO MINUTES LATER THE POWER STEERING WILL BECOME RESPONSIVE AND RED STEERING WHEEL INDICATION IS CLEARED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2013-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10629589","quote_1_text":"I WONDER WHY I HAVE NOT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE RE: NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 14V441000. MY 2013 VW TIGUAN DIED WHILE TRAVERSING A SLIGHT INCLINE IN AN INTERSECTION. FORTUNATELY NO OTHER CARS WERE PRESENT. VEHICLE WAS LATER TOWED TO VW DEALERSHIP. WORK ORDER FAILED TO MENTION THAT","quote_2_odi":"11078929","quote_2_text":"FUEL SYSTEM PROBLEMS... REPLACED REAR FUEL PUMP 8/15/2017. CAR BLEW OUT FUEL LINE WITHIN TWO WEEKS.. SPILLED GAS ALL UNDER CAR.. CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED TO THE GOUND. VW TECHNICAL PROS DID WORK... @ AUDI PENSACOLA (SONIC AUTO GROUP) . CAR HAD PREVIOUSLY HAD RECALL ON FUEL SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"10573710","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A 2012 VW TIGUAN AND STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE AT ABOUT 15,000 MILES WHEN THE FUEL PUMP AND MODULATOR WENT BAD.. AFTER THAT I WENT THROUGH 2 OR 3 MORE FUEL PUMPS ON THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING COLUMN FAILED. UNSATISFIED WITH THE CARS PERFORMANCE I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2025-transmission-lockup","label":"Transmission failure to shift into gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11710972","quote_1_text":"While driving at approximately 50 MPH on a main road, the contact received a message indicating that the transmission was in emergency mode","quote_2_odi":"11729998","quote_2_text":"When traffic started to roll forward, I moved my foot to apply the gas but the car shifted itself to Park","quote_3_odi":"11694507","quote_3_text":"When this happens, the vehicle locks up and will not move","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2025-infotainment-freeze","label":"Infotainment screen freeze and blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11757374","quote_1_text":"Unable to change radio or temperature. Can not see when I go in reverse","quote_2_odi":"11742508","quote_2_text":"The infotainment screen repeatedly froze, became unresponsive, or turned black/blue while operating the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11693707","quote_3_text":"Car’s maneuver assistance light flashes as malfunctioning, then the car’s infotainment system turns off and on repeatedly until the screen is just black","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2025-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11761050","quote_1_text":"The sudden loss of vehicle operation created a serious risk of a collision and placed me and other motorists in danger","quote_2_odi":"11688536","quote_2_text":"I was traveling on the interstate when the vehicle lost power and different warning lights came on dash","quote_3_odi":"11682866","quote_3_text":"This happens most if not every day, generally during the first mile or two of my trip, but has also happened several miles into a trip","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2025-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking from adaptive cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11761026","quote_1_text":"The system mistakenly determined that the vehicle was on the lower roadway, causing the brakes to apply erroneously","quote_2_odi":"11746872","quote_2_text":"When using adaptive cruise/lane keeping feature the vehicle when passing over another roadway will erroneously \"see\" a sharp curve and suddenly and unexpectedly apply significant braking force to slow the vehicle down and try to turn the car to the phantom curve","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"}]}