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24V110000 Feb 14, 2024 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain front-wheel drive 2015-2020 Audi A3 Sedan, 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 2018 Golf Sportwagen GP, 201...

19V679000 Sep 25, 2019 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta S...

18V464000 Jul 11, 2018 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Volkswagen Golf and Golf Sportwagen vehicles. The build of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable t...

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Nov 19, 2025 Engine 97,900 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the camshaft module and variable valve timing (VVT) gears needed to be rep...

Nov 19, 2025 Engine 97,900 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the camshaft module and variable valve timing (VVT) gears needed to be rep...

Nov 17, 2025 Electrical System

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. This then introduces potentially dangerous fumes into the...

Nov 17, 2025 Electrical System

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. This then introduces potentially dangerous fumes into the...

Oct 10, 2025 Unknown Or Other

PTC auxiliary heater core failure causing near fire event. The failure causes the main power input to melt causing a burning plastic smell and smoke. The problem has been reproduced by multiple vehicle owners and happens during cold conditions as it supplies heat to the cabin prior to the engine hit...

Oct 10, 2025 Unknown Or Other

PTC auxiliary heater core failure causing near fire event. The failure causes the main power input to melt causing a burning plastic smell and smoke. The problem has been reproduced by multiple vehicle owners and happens during cold conditions as it supplies heat to the cabin prior to the engine hit...

Aug 11, 2025 Steering

While operating my 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, the ignition key becomes stuck in the steering column and does not release as designed. This appears related to known steering column defects and recalls (NHTSA Campaign 18V464000 / 19V615000). My dealer states my VIN is not covered, but this is a ...

Aug 11, 2025 Steering

While operating my 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, the ignition key becomes stuck in the steering column and does not release as designed. This appears related to known steering column defects and recalls (NHTSA Campaign 18V464000 / 19V615000). My dealer states my VIN is not covered, but this is a ...

Jul 14, 2025 Air Bags

Clock spring failure at 10 years 1400000 miles causing airbag light to come on. Airbag in steering wheel presumably doesn't work properly. The car has been looked at by a dealership who quickly confirmed clock spring failure, but falls outside of VW warranty replacement for this vehicle. There was n...

Jul 14, 2025 Air Bags

Clock spring failure at 10 years 1400000 miles causing airbag light to come on. Airbag in steering wheel presumably doesn't work properly. The car has been looked at by a dealership who quickly confirmed clock spring failure, but falls outside of VW warranty replacement for this vehicle. There was n...

Jun 24, 2025 Engine Fire

Engine fire due to exhaust equipment malfunction, if it was not attended to or noticed quickly it could lead to loss of control of vehicle, causing injury or death to occupants or other motorists. This occurred after having a recall completed.

Jun 24, 2025 Power Train Fire

Engine fire due to exhaust equipment malfunction, if it was not attended to or noticed quickly it could lead to loss of control of vehicle, causing injury or death to occupants or other motorists. This occurred after having a recall completed.

Jun 24, 2025 Engine Fire

Engine fire due to exhaust equipment malfunction, if it was not attended to or noticed quickly it could lead to loss of control of vehicle, causing injury or death to occupants or other motorists. This occurred after having a recall completed.

Jun 24, 2025 Power Train Fire

Engine fire due to exhaust equipment malfunction, if it was not attended to or noticed quickly it could lead to loss of control of vehicle, causing injury or death to occupants or other motorists. This occurred after having a recall completed.

Dec 30, 2024 Electrical System

In the last year, my car has experienced multiple instances of the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) warning light, check engine light, and a flashing glow plug light on the dashboard. Despite multiple visits and repairs at Sheehy Volkswagen of Springfield, these issues persist, particularly in sub-fr...

Dec 30, 2024 Engine

In the last year, my car has experienced multiple instances of the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) warning light, check engine light, and a flashing glow plug light on the dashboard. Despite multiple visits and repairs at Sheehy Volkswagen of Springfield, these issues persist, particularly in sub-fr...

Dec 30, 2024 Electrical System

In the last year, my car has experienced multiple instances of the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) warning light, check engine light, and a flashing glow plug light on the dashboard. Despite multiple visits and repairs at Sheehy Volkswagen of Springfield, these issues persist, particularly in sub-fr...

Dec 30, 2024 Engine

In the last year, my car has experienced multiple instances of the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) warning light, check engine light, and a flashing glow plug light on the dashboard. Despite multiple visits and repairs at Sheehy Volkswagen of Springfield, these issues persist, particularly in sub-fr...

Dec 11, 2024 Electrical System

Supplementary auxiliary electric heater ground connector melted and could have caused a fire. Original part #5Q0963235B. A recall (17V-62) for this part was active for various Audi and VW models but for whatever reason my car was not included. Car was brought to Valenti VW on 3/1/24 for inspection a...

Dec 11, 2024 Electrical System

Supplementary auxiliary electric heater ground connector melted and could have caused a fire. Original part #5Q0963235B. A recall (17V-62) for this part was active for various Audi and VW models but for whatever reason my car was not included. Car was brought to Valenti VW on 3/1/24 for inspection a...

Nov 25, 2024 Air Bags

The contact's partner owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, he observed that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact also heard an abnormal soft clicking sound in the cabin while turning the steering wheel to the left or...

Nov 25, 2024 Air Bags

The contact's partner owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, he observed that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact also heard an abnormal soft clicking sound in the cabin while turning the steering wheel to the left or...

Sep 25, 2024 Engine

The emissions modification calibration by Volkswagen causes the coolant to be exposed to elevated temperatures due to higher exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) use to control emissions. These elevated higher temperatures degrade the coolant faster than designed and lead to precipitates falling out of s...

Sep 25, 2024 Service Brakes

The emissions modification calibration by Volkswagen causes the coolant to be exposed to elevated temperatures due to higher exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) use to control emissions. These elevated higher temperatures degrade the coolant faster than designed and lead to precipitates falling out of s...

Sep 25, 2024 Steering

The emissions modification calibration by Volkswagen causes the coolant to be exposed to elevated temperatures due to higher exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) use to control emissions. These elevated higher temperatures degrade the coolant faster than designed and lead to precipitates falling out of s...

Sep 25, 2024 Engine

The emissions modification calibration by Volkswagen causes the coolant to be exposed to elevated temperatures due to higher exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) use to control emissions. These elevated higher temperatures degrade the coolant faster than designed and lead to precipitates falling out of s...

Sep 25, 2024 Service Brakes

The emissions modification calibration by Volkswagen causes the coolant to be exposed to elevated temperatures due to higher exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) use to control emissions. These elevated higher temperatures degrade the coolant faster than designed and lead to precipitates falling out of s...

Sep 25, 2024 Steering

The emissions modification calibration by Volkswagen causes the coolant to be exposed to elevated temperatures due to higher exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) use to control emissions. These elevated higher temperatures degrade the coolant faster than designed and lead to precipitates falling out of s...

Apr 6, 2024 Suspension

Both rear coil springs failed. One broke at the top and bottom and one broke at the bottom. The incident date is the date that it was found. I don’t know how long they have been this way.

Apr 6, 2024 Suspension

Both rear coil springs failed. One broke at the top and bottom and one broke at the bottom. The incident date is the date that it was found. I don’t know how long they have been this way.

Dec 22, 2023 Electrical System

TDI Auxiliary heater (PTC) brown ground wire melting and causing a terrible plastic burning smell inside cabin. Wire likely will cause a fire. Many reports of this happening to other individuals on the Internet forum TDIforum.com

Dec 22, 2023 Electrical System

TDI Auxiliary heater (PTC) brown ground wire melting and causing a terrible plastic burning smell inside cabin. Wire likely will cause a fire. Many reports of this happening to other individuals on the Internet forum TDIforum.com

Nov 16, 2023 Electrical System

In 2019, VW issue a recall (37M2) Shift Lever Micro Switch for failing resulting in noncompliant Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention. The recall was issued for 2015-2019 Golf and 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, HOWEVER, in Canada, the recall included 2015-2019 Golf Sportwagen. I have a 2015 Golf S...

Nov 16, 2023 Electrical System

In 2019, VW issue a recall (37M2) Shift Lever Micro Switch for failing resulting in noncompliant Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention. The recall was issued for 2015-2019 Golf and 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, HOWEVER, in Canada, the recall included 2015-2019 Golf Sportwagen. I have a 2015 Golf S...

Sep 10, 2023 Suspension

I earlier made a report about my issue- but since then I discovered that BOTH rear springs were broken - multiple times- Repair was completed and I’ve attached photos of old parts Additional research shows that VW has an active recall campaign open on rear springs for the 2013 and 2014 Sportwagen...

Sep 10, 2023 Suspension

I earlier made a report about my issue- but since then I discovered that BOTH rear springs were broken - multiple times- Repair was completed and I’ve attached photos of old parts Additional research shows that VW has an active recall campaign open on rear springs for the 2013 and 2014 Sportwagen...

Aug 24, 2023 Latches/locks/linkages 140,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that while her son was stopped at a gas station, he shifted the gear shift lever to park and the hazard warning lights illuminated; however, none of the four door latches would lock as needed. The contact took the vehicle to the ...

Aug 24, 2023 Power Train 140,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that while her son was stopped at a gas station, he shifted the gear shift lever to park and the hazard warning lights illuminated; however, none of the four door latches would lock as needed. The contact took the vehicle to the ...

Aug 24, 2023 Latches/locks/linkages 140,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that while her son was stopped at a gas station, he shifted the gear shift lever to park and the hazard warning lights illuminated; however, none of the four door latches would lock as needed. The contact took the vehicle to the ...

Aug 24, 2023 Power Train 140,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that while her son was stopped at a gas station, he shifted the gear shift lever to park and the hazard warning lights illuminated; however, none of the four door latches would lock as needed. The contact took the vehicle to the ...

Aug 9, 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline 68,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle started to run rough. The contact shifted the vehicle into park(P) when she reached her destination and smelled an odor of gasoline. The contact observed that gasoline was leaking o...

Aug 9, 2023 Engine And Engine Cooling 68,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle started to run rough. The contact shifted the vehicle into park(P) when she reached her destination and smelled an odor of gasoline. The contact observed that gasoline was leaking o...

Aug 9, 2023 Fuel System, Gasoline 68,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle started to run rough. The contact shifted the vehicle into park(P) when she reached her destination and smelled an odor of gasoline. The contact observed that gasoline was leaking o...

Aug 9, 2023 Engine And Engine Cooling 68,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle started to run rough. The contact shifted the vehicle into park(P) when she reached her destination and smelled an odor of gasoline. The contact observed that gasoline was leaking o...

Aug 8, 2023 Suspension

Broken rear suspension coil spring 08/2023- found part laying on the ground under my car-

Aug 8, 2023 Suspension

Broken rear suspension coil spring 08/2023- found part laying on the ground under my car-

Jul 18, 2023 Air Bags

As I was leaving work yesterday, I noticed that the Air Bag indicator was showing on the dash. It was not showing when I drove it to work. I also noticed that my Cruise Control is no longer working.

Jul 18, 2023 Vehicle Speed Control

As I was leaving work yesterday, I noticed that the Air Bag indicator was showing on the dash. It was not showing when I drove it to work. I also noticed that my Cruise Control is no longer working.

Jul 18, 2023 Air Bags

As I was leaving work yesterday, I noticed that the Air Bag indicator was showing on the dash. It was not showing when I drove it to work. I also noticed that my Cruise Control is no longer working.

Jul 18, 2023 Vehicle Speed Control

As I was leaving work yesterday, I noticed that the Air Bag indicator was showing on the dash. It was not showing when I drove it to work. I also noticed that my Cruise Control is no longer working.

May 17, 2023 Back Over Prevention

Ever since I purchased the car new, the backup camera goes blank above 5 mph. It is a major annoyance and safety issue to suddenly have to change my rear viewing options. When cold, the car fast idles at 6 or more mph in reverse with the camera offering no assistance. Complaints to the dealership...

May 17, 2023 Back Over Prevention

Ever since I purchased the car new, the backup camera goes blank above 5 mph. It is a major annoyance and safety issue to suddenly have to change my rear viewing options. When cold, the car fast idles at 6 or more mph in reverse with the camera offering no assistance. Complaints to the dealership...

Mar 12, 2023 Air Bags

I backed up my car and upon turning the wheel I heard some crackling from the steering wheel. The airbag and transmission error lights came on and I lost functionality of all the buttons on the steering wheel and the horn. Based on research, this is a clock spring that has been recalled for other mo...

Mar 12, 2023 Power Train

I backed up my car and upon turning the wheel I heard some crackling from the steering wheel. The airbag and transmission error lights came on and I lost functionality of all the buttons on the steering wheel and the horn. Based on research, this is a clock spring that has been recalled for other mo...

Mar 12, 2023 Electrical System

I backed up my car and upon turning the wheel I heard some crackling from the steering wheel. The airbag and transmission error lights came on and I lost functionality of all the buttons on the steering wheel and the horn. Based on research, this is a clock spring that has been recalled for other mo...

Mar 12, 2023 Air Bags

I backed up my car and upon turning the wheel I heard some crackling from the steering wheel. The airbag and transmission error lights came on and I lost functionality of all the buttons on the steering wheel and the horn. Based on research, this is a clock spring that has been recalled for other mo...

Mar 12, 2023 Power Train

I backed up my car and upon turning the wheel I heard some crackling from the steering wheel. The airbag and transmission error lights came on and I lost functionality of all the buttons on the steering wheel and the horn. Based on research, this is a clock spring that has been recalled for other mo...

Mar 12, 2023 Electrical System

I backed up my car and upon turning the wheel I heard some crackling from the steering wheel. The airbag and transmission error lights came on and I lost functionality of all the buttons on the steering wheel and the horn. Based on research, this is a clock spring that has been recalled for other mo...

Feb 4, 2023 Electrical System

My vehicle has been smoking inside cab and through vent system. After troubleshooting, discovered the brown ground wire and surrounding plastic of the PTC auxiliary heater has been burning. VW said the have no inventory for replacement parts and no date getting these in. I asked if there was a re...

Feb 4, 2023 Electrical System

My vehicle has been smoking inside cab and through vent system. After troubleshooting, discovered the brown ground wire and surrounding plastic of the PTC auxiliary heater has been burning. VW said the have no inventory for replacement parts and no date getting these in. I asked if there was a re...

Nov 12, 2022 Engine

A defect that meets the definition of a nonconformity in Washington State, and that is covered under warranty, caused the vehicle to stall while driving and caused the vehicle to not accelerate when the accelerator was pressed. My safety was put at risk when this happened on a 50 mph road because...

Nov 12, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

A defect that meets the definition of a nonconformity in Washington State, and that is covered under warranty, caused the vehicle to stall while driving and caused the vehicle to not accelerate when the accelerator was pressed. My safety was put at risk when this happened on a 50 mph road because...

Nov 12, 2022 Unknown Or Other

A defect that meets the definition of a nonconformity in Washington State, and that is covered under warranty, caused the vehicle to stall while driving and caused the vehicle to not accelerate when the accelerator was pressed. My safety was put at risk when this happened on a 50 mph road because...

Nov 12, 2022 Engine

A defect that meets the definition of a nonconformity in Washington State, and that is covered under warranty, caused the vehicle to stall while driving and caused the vehicle to not accelerate when the accelerator was pressed. My safety was put at risk when this happened on a 50 mph road because...

Nov 12, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

A defect that meets the definition of a nonconformity in Washington State, and that is covered under warranty, caused the vehicle to stall while driving and caused the vehicle to not accelerate when the accelerator was pressed. My safety was put at risk when this happened on a 50 mph road because...

Nov 12, 2022 Unknown Or Other

A defect that meets the definition of a nonconformity in Washington State, and that is covered under warranty, caused the vehicle to stall while driving and caused the vehicle to not accelerate when the accelerator was pressed. My safety was put at risk when this happened on a 50 mph road because...

Oct 28, 2022 Electrical System

The screen which is for the radio and back up camera has started to "flicker" This looks to be a common problem people are fixing it by having the head unit replaced but clearly it's a safety issue since the backup camera is hard to use. This is a dieselgate car so it wasn't purchased new until ...

Oct 28, 2022 Electrical System

The screen which is for the radio and back up camera has started to "flicker" This looks to be a common problem people are fixing it by having the head unit replaced but clearly it's a safety issue since the backup camera is hard to use. This is a dieselgate car so it wasn't purchased new until ...

Oct 17, 2022 Air Bags

The clock spring fails. Causing the airbag light to illuminate. The car is a 2015 and the first clock spring failed in January 2021, with around 155,00 miles (estimate). Second one failed this week with 162,000 miles. I know the car is old, but the part that gets power to the airbag should last ...

Oct 17, 2022 Air Bags

The clock spring fails. Causing the airbag light to illuminate. The car is a 2015 and the first clock spring failed in January 2021, with around 155,00 miles (estimate). Second one failed this week with 162,000 miles. I know the car is old, but the part that gets power to the airbag should last ...

Oct 10, 2022 Air Bags

I did a left-U turn- heard a loud sound, and then all the electrical things on my steering wheel failed, like horn, air bag, and controls. The failed airbag light is on, and it has other warning lights as well. I am now not protected in a crash, nor can I use my horn. I believe from a bit of re...

Oct 10, 2022 Unknown Or Other

I did a left-U turn- heard a loud sound, and then all the electrical things on my steering wheel failed, like horn, air bag, and controls. The failed airbag light is on, and it has other warning lights as well. I am now not protected in a crash, nor can I use my horn. I believe from a bit of re...

Oct 10, 2022 Air Bags

I did a left-U turn- heard a loud sound, and then all the electrical things on my steering wheel failed, like horn, air bag, and controls. The failed airbag light is on, and it has other warning lights as well. I am now not protected in a crash, nor can I use my horn. I believe from a bit of re...

Oct 10, 2022 Unknown Or Other

I did a left-U turn- heard a loud sound, and then all the electrical things on my steering wheel failed, like horn, air bag, and controls. The failed airbag light is on, and it has other warning lights as well. I am now not protected in a crash, nor can I use my horn. I believe from a bit of re...

Sep 20, 2022 Electrical System

-the failed part is available for inspection -fire hazard, shock hazard and toxic fume hazard - Audi has issued a recall for the same part on their vehicles https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RCONL-17V622-5223.pdf -there were no warning lamps or other symptoms Description of the Issue: The gro...

Sep 20, 2022 Electrical System

-the failed part is available for inspection -fire hazard, shock hazard and toxic fume hazard - Audi has issued a recall for the same part on their vehicles https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RCONL-17V622-5223.pdf -there were no warning lamps or other symptoms Description of the Issue: The gro...

Sep 12, 2022 Electrical System

On starting the car the system monitoring safety features shows first a fault detected in the ABS, then the air bag, then tire pressure and sometimes indicates that the key battery should be replaced. It also turns off the idle control that raises the rpm when the brake peddle is released when stopp...

Sep 12, 2022 Electrical System

On starting the car the system monitoring safety features shows first a fault detected in the ABS, then the air bag, then tire pressure and sometimes indicates that the key battery should be replaced. It also turns off the idle control that raises the rpm when the brake peddle is released when stopp...

Mar 29, 2022 Air Bags

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. This seems obviously to be th...

Mar 29, 2022 Electrical System

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. This seems obviously to be th...

Mar 29, 2022 Steering

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. This seems obviously to be th...

Mar 29, 2022 Air Bags

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. This seems obviously to be th...

Mar 29, 2022 Electrical System

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. This seems obviously to be th...

Mar 29, 2022 Steering

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. This seems obviously to be th...

Jan 27, 2022 Air Bags

steering wheel clock spring malfunction, it is broke

Jan 27, 2022 Air Bags

steering wheel clock spring malfunction, it is broke

Jan 7, 2022 Suspension 60,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle, the tire pressure warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the rear end of the vehicle was very low. Additionally, her children informed her that their buttocks hurt whenever the vehic...

Jan 7, 2022 Suspension 60,000 mi

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle, the tire pressure warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the rear end of the vehicle was very low. Additionally, her children informed her that their buttocks hurt whenever the vehic...

Jan 1, 2022 Vehicle Speed Control

Cruise control randomly disengaged without the brake pedal or cancel cruise button being depressed. Has happened several times in the last 1.5 years of car ownership. No hazardous road conditions were present, car did not slip and was not accelerating quickly. Sudden unexpected changes in speed, suc...

Jan 1, 2022 Vehicle Speed Control

Cruise control randomly disengaged without the brake pedal or cancel cruise button being depressed. Has happened several times in the last 1.5 years of car ownership. No hazardous road conditions were present, car did not slip and was not accelerating quickly. Sudden unexpected changes in speed, suc...

Aug 23, 2021 Power Train

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

Aug 23, 2021 Power Train

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

Mar 19, 2021 Air Bags 47,000 mi

I HAVE A 2015 VW GOLF SPORTWAGEN WITH ABOUT 47K MILES. 9 MONTHS AGO I HAD MY CLOCK SPRING GO BAD IN MY VEHICLE, WHICH RENDERED MY AIRBAG TO BE DISABLED. THE REPLACEMENT WAS COVERED UNDER THE 3YR/36K MIKE WARRANTY THAT COMES WITH THE CAR NEW (THIS IS A TDI MODEL, SO THE IN-SERVICE DATE IS MAY 2018 -C...

Mar 19, 2021 Electrical System 47,000 mi

I HAVE A 2015 VW GOLF SPORTWAGEN WITH ABOUT 47K MILES. 9 MONTHS AGO I HAD MY CLOCK SPRING GO BAD IN MY VEHICLE, WHICH RENDERED MY AIRBAG TO BE DISABLED. THE REPLACEMENT WAS COVERED UNDER THE 3YR/36K MIKE WARRANTY THAT COMES WITH THE CAR NEW (THIS IS A TDI MODEL, SO THE IN-SERVICE DATE IS MAY 2018 -C...

Mar 19, 2021 Air Bags 47,000 mi

I HAVE A 2015 VW GOLF SPORTWAGEN WITH ABOUT 47K MILES. 9 MONTHS AGO I HAD MY CLOCK SPRING GO BAD IN MY VEHICLE, WHICH RENDERED MY AIRBAG TO BE DISABLED. THE REPLACEMENT WAS COVERED UNDER THE 3YR/36K MIKE WARRANTY THAT COMES WITH THE CAR NEW (THIS IS A TDI MODEL, SO THE IN-SERVICE DATE IS MAY 2018 -C...

Mar 19, 2021 Electrical System 47,000 mi

I HAVE A 2015 VW GOLF SPORTWAGEN WITH ABOUT 47K MILES. 9 MONTHS AGO I HAD MY CLOCK SPRING GO BAD IN MY VEHICLE, WHICH RENDERED MY AIRBAG TO BE DISABLED. THE REPLACEMENT WAS COVERED UNDER THE 3YR/36K MIKE WARRANTY THAT COMES WITH THE CAR NEW (THIS IS A TDI MODEL, SO THE IN-SERVICE DATE IS MAY 2018 -C...

Feb 3, 2021 Electrical System 40,000 mi

VW INSTALLED A RADIO SPEC FOR ANOTHER MODEL CAR IN MY VEHICLE THE REPLACEMENT PART IS A NEW PART NUMBER THIS PROBLEM CREATED A ROLLING SCREEN ON MY DISPLAY VERY DISTRACTING WHILE DRIVING I ASKED VW COSTUMER CARE TO REPLACE THE WRONG PART INSTALLED AT THERE FACTORY VW REFUSED TO COVER THE COST ...

Feb 3, 2021 Electrical System 40,000 mi

VW INSTALLED A RADIO SPEC FOR ANOTHER MODEL CAR IN MY VEHICLE THE REPLACEMENT PART IS A NEW PART NUMBER THIS PROBLEM CREATED A ROLLING SCREEN ON MY DISPLAY VERY DISTRACTING WHILE DRIVING I ASKED VW COSTUMER CARE TO REPLACE THE WRONG PART INSTALLED AT THERE FACTORY VW REFUSED TO COVER THE COST ...

Jan 11, 2021 Structure 30,000 mi

WHEN STATIONARY, DRIVER'S FRONT DOOR HANDLE STICKS OR JAMS, MAKING ENTRY OR EXIT DIFFICULT AT TIMES. WE HAVE HAD THIS REPAIRED AT THE DEALERSHIP BEFORE, BUT IS APPARENTLY REOCCURRING. THIS HINDERS ENTRY & EXIT AND COULD VERY WELL MAKE QUICK ENTRY OR EXIT MORE PROBLEMATIC IN URGENT OR EMERGENCY SITUA...

Jan 11, 2021 Structure 30,000 mi

WHEN STATIONARY, DRIVER'S FRONT DOOR HANDLE STICKS OR JAMS, MAKING ENTRY OR EXIT DIFFICULT AT TIMES. WE HAVE HAD THIS REPAIRED AT THE DEALERSHIP BEFORE, BUT IS APPARENTLY REOCCURRING. THIS HINDERS ENTRY & EXIT AND COULD VERY WELL MAKE QUICK ENTRY OR EXIT MORE PROBLEMATIC IN URGENT OR EMERGENCY SITUA...

Oct 18, 2020 Unknown Or Other 80,000 mi

TRIM AT COMPARTMENT / SHIFTER BOOT IS PEELING AND ALUMINUM COATING WILL HAVE A RAZOR SHARP EDGE WHICH SLICED MY HAND OPEN

Oct 18, 2020 Unknown Or Other 80,000 mi

TRIM AT COMPARTMENT / SHIFTER BOOT IS PEELING AND ALUMINUM COATING WILL HAVE A RAZOR SHARP EDGE WHICH SLICED MY HAND OPEN

Aug 17, 2020 Unknown Or Other 47,000 mi

THE VEHICLE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM HAS BECOME UNUSABLE (SCREEN DISTORTION) AFFECTING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR, BACKUP CAMERA, TRACTION CONTROL SETTINGS (PREVENTING EMISSIONS INSPECTION), SERVICE NOTIFICATIONS AND OTHER VEHICLE SYSTEMS ONLY ACCESSIBLE THROUGH THIS UNIT. DEALER OFFERED LITTLE ASSISTANCE. SY...

Aug 17, 2020 Unknown Or Other 47,000 mi

THE VEHICLE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM HAS BECOME UNUSABLE (SCREEN DISTORTION) AFFECTING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR, BACKUP CAMERA, TRACTION CONTROL SETTINGS (PREVENTING EMISSIONS INSPECTION), SERVICE NOTIFICATIONS AND OTHER VEHICLE SYSTEMS ONLY ACCESSIBLE THROUGH THIS UNIT. DEALER OFFERED LITTLE ASSISTANCE. SY...

Jun 25, 2020 Structure 60,040 mi

GEARSHIFT SURROUND HAS FOIL PLATING OVER PLASTIC. PLATING FLAKES OFF AT ENTRY POINT TO STORAGE CUBBY CAUSING RAZOR CUTS IN HAND AND FINGERS. THIS CAN HAPPEN WHETHER DRIVING OR STATIONARY. *TR

Jun 25, 2020 Equipment 60,040 mi

GEARSHIFT SURROUND HAS FOIL PLATING OVER PLASTIC. PLATING FLAKES OFF AT ENTRY POINT TO STORAGE CUBBY CAUSING RAZOR CUTS IN HAND AND FINGERS. THIS CAN HAPPEN WHETHER DRIVING OR STATIONARY. *TR

Jun 25, 2020 Unknown Or Other 60,040 mi

GEARSHIFT SURROUND HAS FOIL PLATING OVER PLASTIC. PLATING FLAKES OFF AT ENTRY POINT TO STORAGE CUBBY CAUSING RAZOR CUTS IN HAND AND FINGERS. THIS CAN HAPPEN WHETHER DRIVING OR STATIONARY. *TR

Jun 25, 2020 Structure 60,040 mi

GEARSHIFT SURROUND HAS FOIL PLATING OVER PLASTIC. PLATING FLAKES OFF AT ENTRY POINT TO STORAGE CUBBY CAUSING RAZOR CUTS IN HAND AND FINGERS. THIS CAN HAPPEN WHETHER DRIVING OR STATIONARY. *TR

Jun 25, 2020 Equipment 60,040 mi

GEARSHIFT SURROUND HAS FOIL PLATING OVER PLASTIC. PLATING FLAKES OFF AT ENTRY POINT TO STORAGE CUBBY CAUSING RAZOR CUTS IN HAND AND FINGERS. THIS CAN HAPPEN WHETHER DRIVING OR STATIONARY. *TR

Jun 25, 2020 Unknown Or Other 60,040 mi

GEARSHIFT SURROUND HAS FOIL PLATING OVER PLASTIC. PLATING FLAKES OFF AT ENTRY POINT TO STORAGE CUBBY CAUSING RAZOR CUTS IN HAND AND FINGERS. THIS CAN HAPPEN WHETHER DRIVING OR STATIONARY. *TR

Apr 12, 2020 Unknown Or Other 61,000 mi

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. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND ON CITY STREETS. THE GEARSHIFT TRIM ...

Apr 12, 2020 Unknown Or Other 61,000 mi

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. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND ON CITY STREETS. THE GEARSHIFT TRIM ...

Mar 12, 2020 Electrical System

INFORMATION SCREEN / RADIO, STOP WORKING PROPERLY BACK UP BACK UP CMERA SCREEN DOESN'T WORK.

Mar 12, 2020 Electrical System

INFORMATION SCREEN / RADIO, STOP WORKING PROPERLY BACK UP BACK UP CMERA SCREEN DOESN'T WORK.

Jan 15, 2020 Electrical System 29,735 mi

THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED AS A CERTIFIED VEHICLE AFTER RECEIVING THE EMISSIONS FIX. AFTER LESS THAN 10,000 MILES AND ONLY ONE YEAR OF OWNERSHIP, ALL MY DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON (INCLUDING AIRBAG ERROR) AND THE FLOOR MATS WERE SOAKED WHEN I STARTED MY CAR AFTER A SEVERE RAIN STORM. I WAS TOLD...

Jan 15, 2020 Unknown Or Other 29,735 mi

THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED AS A CERTIFIED VEHICLE AFTER RECEIVING THE EMISSIONS FIX. AFTER LESS THAN 10,000 MILES AND ONLY ONE YEAR OF OWNERSHIP, ALL MY DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON (INCLUDING AIRBAG ERROR) AND THE FLOOR MATS WERE SOAKED WHEN I STARTED MY CAR AFTER A SEVERE RAIN STORM. I WAS TOLD...

Jan 15, 2020 Electrical System 29,735 mi

THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED AS A CERTIFIED VEHICLE AFTER RECEIVING THE EMISSIONS FIX. AFTER LESS THAN 10,000 MILES AND ONLY ONE YEAR OF OWNERSHIP, ALL MY DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON (INCLUDING AIRBAG ERROR) AND THE FLOOR MATS WERE SOAKED WHEN I STARTED MY CAR AFTER A SEVERE RAIN STORM. I WAS TOLD...

Jan 15, 2020 Unknown Or Other 29,735 mi

THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED AS A CERTIFIED VEHICLE AFTER RECEIVING THE EMISSIONS FIX. AFTER LESS THAN 10,000 MILES AND ONLY ONE YEAR OF OWNERSHIP, ALL MY DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON (INCLUDING AIRBAG ERROR) AND THE FLOOR MATS WERE SOAKED WHEN I STARTED MY CAR AFTER A SEVERE RAIN STORM. I WAS TOLD...

Nov 25, 2019 Visibility 2,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE CONTACT NOTICED AN INCH OF WATER INSIDE THE SUN ROOF. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NORTH PENN VOLKSWAGEN (LOCATED AT 165 BETHLEHEM PIKE, COLMAR, PA 18915, (215) 822...

Nov 25, 2019 Visibility 2,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE CONTACT NOTICED AN INCH OF WATER INSIDE THE SUN ROOF. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NORTH PENN VOLKSWAGEN (LOCATED AT 165 BETHLEHEM PIKE, COLMAR, PA 18915, (215) 822...

Nov 20, 2019 Air Bags 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH EAST COAST VOLKSWAGEN (8756-C, US HIGHWAY 17 BYPASS SOUTH, MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29588, (843) 353-1118) AND WAS INFORMED TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN TO BE DIAGNOSE...

Nov 20, 2019 Air Bags 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH EAST COAST VOLKSWAGEN (8756-C, US HIGHWAY 17 BYPASS SOUTH, MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29588, (843) 353-1118) AND WAS INFORMED TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN TO BE DIAGNOSE...

Nov 13, 2019 Electrical System 54,302 mi

STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE WITH CLOCK SPRING FAILED,/ MILES ON CAR 54302. ALL BUTTONS ON STEERING WHEEL STOPPED WORKING. NO HORN, AIR BAG LIGHT ON AS MALFUNCTION, REPORTS STATE HAZARDOUS TO DRIVE... TOOK IT IN FOR REPLACEMENT--COST 668.52. OTHER VW HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM AS A RECA...

Nov 13, 2019 Steering 54,302 mi

STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE WITH CLOCK SPRING FAILED,/ MILES ON CAR 54302. ALL BUTTONS ON STEERING WHEEL STOPPED WORKING. NO HORN, AIR BAG LIGHT ON AS MALFUNCTION, REPORTS STATE HAZARDOUS TO DRIVE... TOOK IT IN FOR REPLACEMENT--COST 668.52. OTHER VW HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM AS A RECA...

Nov 13, 2019 Electrical System 54,302 mi

STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE WITH CLOCK SPRING FAILED,/ MILES ON CAR 54302. ALL BUTTONS ON STEERING WHEEL STOPPED WORKING. NO HORN, AIR BAG LIGHT ON AS MALFUNCTION, REPORTS STATE HAZARDOUS TO DRIVE... TOOK IT IN FOR REPLACEMENT--COST 668.52. OTHER VW HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM AS A RECA...

Nov 13, 2019 Steering 54,302 mi

STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE WITH CLOCK SPRING FAILED,/ MILES ON CAR 54302. ALL BUTTONS ON STEERING WHEEL STOPPED WORKING. NO HORN, AIR BAG LIGHT ON AS MALFUNCTION, REPORTS STATE HAZARDOUS TO DRIVE... TOOK IT IN FOR REPLACEMENT--COST 668.52. OTHER VW HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM AS A RECA...

Oct 2, 2019 Service Brakes 16,000 mi

TODAY WITH ONLY 16000 MILES THE POWER BRAKES STOPPED WORKING AND REQUIRED THAT I USE THE EBRAKE AND USE BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING I SUSPECT THERE IS A BRAKE BOOSTER PROBLEM

Oct 2, 2019 Service Brakes 16,000 mi

TODAY WITH ONLY 16000 MILES THE POWER BRAKES STOPPED WORKING AND REQUIRED THAT I USE THE EBRAKE AND USE BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING I SUSPECT THERE IS A BRAKE BOOSTER PROBLEM

Sep 4, 2019 Electrical System

THE PUSH START BUTTON NOT WORKING NEED PRESS MULTIPLE TIME JUST TO START THE CAR ALSO APPLY WHEN I NEED TURN THE CAR OFF . I NEED PRESS PUSH AND START MULTIPLE TIME JUST TO TURN OFF THE CAR.

Sep 4, 2019 Unknown Or Other

THE PUSH START BUTTON NOT WORKING NEED PRESS MULTIPLE TIME JUST TO START THE CAR ALSO APPLY WHEN I NEED TURN THE CAR OFF . I NEED PRESS PUSH AND START MULTIPLE TIME JUST TO TURN OFF THE CAR.

Sep 4, 2019 Electrical System

THE PUSH START BUTTON NOT WORKING NEED PRESS MULTIPLE TIME JUST TO START THE CAR ALSO APPLY WHEN I NEED TURN THE CAR OFF . I NEED PRESS PUSH AND START MULTIPLE TIME JUST TO TURN OFF THE CAR.

Sep 4, 2019 Unknown Or Other

THE PUSH START BUTTON NOT WORKING NEED PRESS MULTIPLE TIME JUST TO START THE CAR ALSO APPLY WHEN I NEED TURN THE CAR OFF . I NEED PRESS PUSH AND START MULTIPLE TIME JUST TO TURN OFF THE CAR.

Jun 21, 2019 Structure 177 mi

LEAKING SUNROOF - VOLKSWAGEN WILL NOT WARRANTY. PURCHASED MY VEHICLE 2 YEAR AGO AS A BRAND NEW VEHICLE. THIS VW GOLF SPORTWAGEN WAS PART OF THE DIESEL EMISSION RECALL AND I PURCHASED IT AFTER THEY RELEASED THE VEHICLES AS A BRAND NEW VEHICLE. LESS THAN 200 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. HAD A HEADLINER STAIN...

Jun 21, 2019 Structure 177 mi

LEAKING SUNROOF - VOLKSWAGEN WILL NOT WARRANTY. PURCHASED MY VEHICLE 2 YEAR AGO AS A BRAND NEW VEHICLE. THIS VW GOLF SPORTWAGEN WAS PART OF THE DIESEL EMISSION RECALL AND I PURCHASED IT AFTER THEY RELEASED THE VEHICLES AS A BRAND NEW VEHICLE. LESS THAN 200 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. HAD A HEADLINER STAIN...

Jun 5, 2019 Air Bags 44,784 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. WHILE BACKING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PRESTIGE VOLKSWAGEN (321-309-8989, LOCATED AT 1416 S HARBOR CITY BLVD, MELBOURNE, FL 32901) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLOCKSPRING NEEDED TO BE RE...

Jun 5, 2019 Air Bags 44,784 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. WHILE BACKING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PRESTIGE VOLKSWAGEN (321-309-8989, LOCATED AT 1416 S HARBOR CITY BLVD, MELBOURNE, FL 32901) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLOCKSPRING NEEDED TO BE RE...

Jun 5, 2019 Air Bags 44,784 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. WHILE BACKING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PRESTIGE VOLKSWAGEN (321-309-8989, LOCATED AT 1416 S HARBOR CITY BLVD, MELBOURNE, FL 32901) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLOCKSPRING NEEDED TO BE RE...

Jun 5, 2019 Air Bags 44,784 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. WHILE BACKING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PRESTIGE VOLKSWAGEN (321-309-8989, LOCATED AT 1416 S HARBOR CITY BLVD, MELBOURNE, FL 32901) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLOCKSPRING NEEDED TO BE RE...

Mar 10, 2019 Structure 16,000 mi

MARCH 10, 2019 BEGINNING ON 12/08/2016, MY VW HAS BEEN TO SERVICE FOR A LEAKING SUNROOF 4 TIMES (THE CAR WAS LESS THAN 3.5 YEARS OLD!). THE WATER HAS FILLED THE SPARE TIRE/SUBWOOFER WELL FULL, DRIPPED THROUGH THE LIGHTING AND ELECTRICAL SWITCHES OF THE ROOF, DRAINED INTO THE DASH AND SHIFTER AS W...

Mar 10, 2019 Structure 16,000 mi

MARCH 10, 2019 BEGINNING ON 12/08/2016, MY VW HAS BEEN TO SERVICE FOR A LEAKING SUNROOF 4 TIMES (THE CAR WAS LESS THAN 3.5 YEARS OLD!). THE WATER HAS FILLED THE SPARE TIRE/SUBWOOFER WELL FULL, DRIPPED THROUGH THE LIGHTING AND ELECTRICAL SWITCHES OF THE ROOF, DRAINED INTO THE DASH AND SHIFTER AS W...

Feb 19, 2019 Air Bags 52,000 mi

CLOCK SPRING FAILED AT 52,000 MILES--AFFECTING BOTH THE AIRBAG AND HORN. VW REFUSED TO REIMBURSE ME FOR THE REPAIR, DESPITE THEIR CLOCK SPRING RECALL ON MULTIPLE VW MODELS, THAT WAS INITIATED BY NHTSA INVESTIGATION.

Feb 19, 2019 Steering 52,000 mi

CLOCK SPRING FAILED AT 52,000 MILES--AFFECTING BOTH THE AIRBAG AND HORN. VW REFUSED TO REIMBURSE ME FOR THE REPAIR, DESPITE THEIR CLOCK SPRING RECALL ON MULTIPLE VW MODELS, THAT WAS INITIATED BY NHTSA INVESTIGATION.

Feb 19, 2019 Unknown Or Other 52,000 mi

CLOCK SPRING FAILED AT 52,000 MILES--AFFECTING BOTH THE AIRBAG AND HORN. VW REFUSED TO REIMBURSE ME FOR THE REPAIR, DESPITE THEIR CLOCK SPRING RECALL ON MULTIPLE VW MODELS, THAT WAS INITIATED BY NHTSA INVESTIGATION.

Feb 19, 2019 Air Bags 52,000 mi

CLOCK SPRING FAILED AT 52,000 MILES--AFFECTING BOTH THE AIRBAG AND HORN. VW REFUSED TO REIMBURSE ME FOR THE REPAIR, DESPITE THEIR CLOCK SPRING RECALL ON MULTIPLE VW MODELS, THAT WAS INITIATED BY NHTSA INVESTIGATION.

Feb 19, 2019 Steering 52,000 mi

CLOCK SPRING FAILED AT 52,000 MILES--AFFECTING BOTH THE AIRBAG AND HORN. VW REFUSED TO REIMBURSE ME FOR THE REPAIR, DESPITE THEIR CLOCK SPRING RECALL ON MULTIPLE VW MODELS, THAT WAS INITIATED BY NHTSA INVESTIGATION.

Feb 19, 2019 Unknown Or Other 52,000 mi

CLOCK SPRING FAILED AT 52,000 MILES--AFFECTING BOTH THE AIRBAG AND HORN. VW REFUSED TO REIMBURSE ME FOR THE REPAIR, DESPITE THEIR CLOCK SPRING RECALL ON MULTIPLE VW MODELS, THAT WAS INITIATED BY NHTSA INVESTIGATION.

Feb 5, 2019 Electrical System 60,936 mi

PROBLEM NOTICED DECEMBER 12TH WHEN ONE BY ONE ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON INCLUDING THE AIR BAG, THE STABILIZATION SYSTEM, THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM AND OTHERS. THEN WHEN I STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, THE CAR WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF 1ST GEAR. I ENDED UP HAVING TO HAVE MY VEHICLE TOWED BACK HOME. THE NEXT D...

Feb 5, 2019 Electrical System 60,936 mi

PROBLEM NOTICED DECEMBER 12TH WHEN ONE BY ONE ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON INCLUDING THE AIR BAG, THE STABILIZATION SYSTEM, THE HEADLIGHT SYSTEM AND OTHERS. THEN WHEN I STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, THE CAR WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF 1ST GEAR. I ENDED UP HAVING TO HAVE MY VEHICLE TOWED BACK HOME. THE NEXT D...

Jan 1, 2019 Air Bags 81,000 mi

THE DISPLAY SCREEN SAYS ERROR: AIRBAG, THEN IT SAYS ERROR: TRANSMISSION. ALL THE BOTTONS ON THE STREEING WHEEL DO NOT WORK CURSE CONTROL, BOTTONS FOR CHANGING THE DISPLAY TO SEE INFO ABOUT THE CAR, AND RADIO. THE CAR WAS DRIVING ON CITY STREETS WHEN THE MESSAGES FIRST WHERE NOTICED. I THINK IT HAS S...

Jan 1, 2019 Power Train 81,000 mi

THE DISPLAY SCREEN SAYS ERROR: AIRBAG, THEN IT SAYS ERROR: TRANSMISSION. ALL THE BOTTONS ON THE STREEING WHEEL DO NOT WORK CURSE CONTROL, BOTTONS FOR CHANGING THE DISPLAY TO SEE INFO ABOUT THE CAR, AND RADIO. THE CAR WAS DRIVING ON CITY STREETS WHEN THE MESSAGES FIRST WHERE NOTICED. I THINK IT HAS S...

Jan 1, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 81,000 mi

THE DISPLAY SCREEN SAYS ERROR: AIRBAG, THEN IT SAYS ERROR: TRANSMISSION. ALL THE BOTTONS ON THE STREEING WHEEL DO NOT WORK CURSE CONTROL, BOTTONS FOR CHANGING THE DISPLAY TO SEE INFO ABOUT THE CAR, AND RADIO. THE CAR WAS DRIVING ON CITY STREETS WHEN THE MESSAGES FIRST WHERE NOTICED. I THINK IT HAS S...

Jan 1, 2019 Air Bags 81,000 mi

THE DISPLAY SCREEN SAYS ERROR: AIRBAG, THEN IT SAYS ERROR: TRANSMISSION. ALL THE BOTTONS ON THE STREEING WHEEL DO NOT WORK CURSE CONTROL, BOTTONS FOR CHANGING THE DISPLAY TO SEE INFO ABOUT THE CAR, AND RADIO. THE CAR WAS DRIVING ON CITY STREETS WHEN THE MESSAGES FIRST WHERE NOTICED. I THINK IT HAS S...

Jan 1, 2019 Power Train 81,000 mi

THE DISPLAY SCREEN SAYS ERROR: AIRBAG, THEN IT SAYS ERROR: TRANSMISSION. ALL THE BOTTONS ON THE STREEING WHEEL DO NOT WORK CURSE CONTROL, BOTTONS FOR CHANGING THE DISPLAY TO SEE INFO ABOUT THE CAR, AND RADIO. THE CAR WAS DRIVING ON CITY STREETS WHEN THE MESSAGES FIRST WHERE NOTICED. I THINK IT HAS S...

Jan 1, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 81,000 mi

THE DISPLAY SCREEN SAYS ERROR: AIRBAG, THEN IT SAYS ERROR: TRANSMISSION. ALL THE BOTTONS ON THE STREEING WHEEL DO NOT WORK CURSE CONTROL, BOTTONS FOR CHANGING THE DISPLAY TO SEE INFO ABOUT THE CAR, AND RADIO. THE CAR WAS DRIVING ON CITY STREETS WHEN THE MESSAGES FIRST WHERE NOTICED. I THINK IT HAS S...

Nov 20, 2018 Service Brakes Crash 30,100 mi

THIS IS A 2015 TDI GOLF THAT SAT ON THE DEALER CAR LOT FOR MORE THAN TWO YEARS. WE BOUGHT IT SPRING 2018. MINIMAL MAINTENANCE DONE ON VEHICLE WHEN CAR WAS PURCHASED. IN FACT, WE BOUGHT THREE. TIRES HAD FLAT SPOTS, AND HAD TO ALL BE REPLACED. MY DAUGHTER'S CAR DEVELOPED SOFT BRAKES. MINE AS WELL, A...

Nov 20, 2018 Service Brakes Crash 30,100 mi

THIS IS A 2015 TDI GOLF THAT SAT ON THE DEALER CAR LOT FOR MORE THAN TWO YEARS. WE BOUGHT IT SPRING 2018. MINIMAL MAINTENANCE DONE ON VEHICLE WHEN CAR WAS PURCHASED. IN FACT, WE BOUGHT THREE. TIRES HAD FLAT SPOTS, AND HAD TO ALL BE REPLACED. MY DAUGHTER'S CAR DEVELOPED SOFT BRAKES. MINE AS WELL, A...

Sep 14, 2018 Unknown Or Other 9,500 mi

JUST IN FRONT OF THE SHIFTER AND BEHIND THE CENTER STORAGE CONSOLE, METALLIC TRIM ON PLASTIC PEELED UP LEAVING A RAZOR SHARP EDGE. I DID NOT SEE THIS DEFECT. AS I PULLED MY KEYS OUT OF THE CONSOLE, THE SMALLEST FINGER ON MY RIGHT HAND WAS BADLY SLICED, CAUSING QUITE A LOT OF BLEEDING. HAD I BEEN DRI...

Sep 14, 2018 Unknown Or Other 9,500 mi

JUST IN FRONT OF THE SHIFTER AND BEHIND THE CENTER STORAGE CONSOLE, METALLIC TRIM ON PLASTIC PEELED UP LEAVING A RAZOR SHARP EDGE. I DID NOT SEE THIS DEFECT. AS I PULLED MY KEYS OUT OF THE CONSOLE, THE SMALLEST FINGER ON MY RIGHT HAND WAS BADLY SLICED, CAUSING QUITE A LOT OF BLEEDING. HAD I BEEN DRI...

Feb 21, 2018 Air Bags 70,500 mi

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.

Feb 21, 2018 Air Bags 70,500 mi

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.

Jan 23, 2018 Structure 22,836 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. WHILE DRIVING UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS OPENED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VIC BAILEY VOLKSWAGEN (2671 REDVILLE RD, SPARTANBURG, SC 29301). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ...

Jan 23, 2018 Structure 22,836 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. WHILE DRIVING UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS OPENED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VIC BAILEY VOLKSWAGEN (2671 REDVILLE RD, SPARTANBURG, SC 29301). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ...

Jan 23, 2018 Structure 22,836 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. WHILE DRIVING UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS OPENED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VIC BAILEY VOLKSWAGEN (2671 REDVILLE RD, SPARTANBURG, SC 29301). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ...

Jan 23, 2018 Structure 22,836 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. WHILE DRIVING UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS OPENED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VIC BAILEY VOLKSWAGEN (2671 REDVILLE RD, SPARTANBURG, SC 29301). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ...

Aug 25, 2017 Power Train 46,000 mi

I OWN A 2015 VW GOLF SPORTWAGEN WITH A LITTLE OVER 46,000 MILES. THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL BEARING HAS GONE BAD AND WAS DIAGNOSED AND REPLACE (OEM ONLY) BY A VW SPECIALTY GARAGE. I WAS ALSO INFORMED AND CAN HEAR, THE RIGHT FRONT BEARING GOING BAD AS WELL. IT ALL STATED WITH A LOW HUM WHICH CHANGED PITC...

Aug 25, 2017 Power Train 46,000 mi

I OWN A 2015 VW GOLF SPORTWAGEN WITH A LITTLE OVER 46,000 MILES. THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL BEARING HAS GONE BAD AND WAS DIAGNOSED AND REPLACE (OEM ONLY) BY A VW SPECIALTY GARAGE. I WAS ALSO INFORMED AND CAN HEAR, THE RIGHT FRONT BEARING GOING BAD AS WELL. IT ALL STATED WITH A LOW HUM WHICH CHANGED PITC...