2017 Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2017 Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN has 51 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.6x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is suspension problems (29% of all complaints), specifically: i have 2017 volkswagen golf sportwagen. the rear axle coil spring part number 5qm 511 115 broke. it appears to have been recalled (see safety recall code 42j5). but my vin does now show any recall. please help. *tr.
51
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
0.6x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems
SUSPENSION
15 complaints- • I HAVE 2017 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. THE REAR AXLE COIL SPRING PART NUMBER 5QM 511 115 BROKE. IT APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN RECALLED (SEE SAFETY RECALL CODE 42J5). BUT MY VIN DOES NOW SHOW ANY RECALL. PLEASE HELP. *TR
- • The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal clanking sound was coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer where they diagnosed the vehicle with a rear coil spring fracture. Upon i
- • Rear suspension spring broke causing rear car to lean low mileage other VW‘s have been recalled for same problem
“I HAVE 2017 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. THE REAR AXLE COIL SPRING PART NUMBER 5QM 511 115 BROKE. IT APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN RECALLED (SEE SAFETY RECALL CODE 42J5). BUT MY VIN DOES NOW SHOW ANY RECALL. PLEASE HELP. *TR”
— NHTSA complaint filing
FUEL SYSTEM
9 complaints- • 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. WHEN THE TOW ARRIVED, THE CAR TURNED ON AND I DROVE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHICH CHECKED IT OVER AND FOUND NO PROBLEMS. YESTER
- • The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that fuel was getting into the evap charcoal canister. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure pe
- • 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. At the time, I was driving about 60 mph in clear conditions, light traffic. A certified m
“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. WHEN THE TOW ARRIVED, THE CAR TURNED ON AND I DROVE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHICH CHECKED IT OVER AND FOUND NO PROBLEMS. YESTER”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ELECTRICAL
6 complaints- • 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. WHEN THE TOW ARRIVED, THE CAR TURNED ON AND I DROVE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHICH CHECKED IT OVER AND FOUND NO PROBLEMS. YESTER
- • AIRBAG LIGHT ON AND FAILED USB PORT WITH NO APPLECARPLAY ACCESS FAILED USB PORT NOTED WHILE CAR IN MOTION ADVISED CLOCKSPRING FAILURE- STATED NOT RECALL OR WARRANTY- RECEIVED LETTER IN MAIL REGARDING RECALL 2018 BUT NONE NOTED AS CURRENT. INTERNET SHOWS MANY ISSUES WITH VW CLOCKSPRING WAS ADVISE
- • ABS/ESC/AIRBAG lights lit when vehicle started. Problem persisted for two days after rain storm. Water had been observed in the passenger footwell, and was verified to be coming from a plugged sun roof drain. Overflowing drain may contribute to body rust, mildew/mold, or electrical problems as repor
“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. WHEN THE TOW ARRIVED, THE CAR TURNED ON AND I DROVE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHICH CHECKED IT OVER AND FOUND NO PROBLEMS. YESTER”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ENGINE
6 complaints- • 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. WHEN THE TOW ARRIVED, THE CAR TURNED ON AND I DROVE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHICH CHECKED IT OVER AND FOUND NO PROBLEMS. YESTER
- • 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. The worst part is that my driver's license has been suspended and since the ac
- • The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that fuel was getting into the evap charcoal canister. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure pe
“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. WHEN THE TOW ARRIVED, THE CAR TURNED ON AND I DROVE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHICH CHECKED IT OVER AND FOUND NO PROBLEMS. YESTER”
— NHTSA complaint filing
OTHER
4 complaints- • CAR LOSES POWER ON HIGHWAY EVEN WITH GAS PEDAL PRESSED DOWN TO FLOOR BOARD. SOURCE OF ISSUE IS UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME.
- • DURING YEARLY MAINTENANCE WORK, DEALER STATED ON MULTI-POINT INSPECTION THAT TIRES WERE INFLATED TO 36 P.S. I. WHEN I CHECKED TIRE PRESSURE WITH GAUGE, ALL 4 TIRES WERE AT 20 P.S.I. THERE WAS NO TPMS LIGHT ON THE DASH. THE OWNERS MANUAL LISTS IN BOLD LETTERS, TPMS. HOWEVER, IT IS REALLY INDIRECT TPM
- • TRIM ON THE SHIFTER BEZEL PEELS OFF IN A WAY THAT PRESENTS A SHARP BLADE LIKE SURFACE AT THE EDGE NEAREST THE STORAGE BIN. THIS RESULTS IN CUTS TO THE USER. THE AREA IS DIFFICULT TO SEE AND IS OFTEN WHERE USERS REACH. CARS SHOULD NOT PRODUCE SHARPS OF THIS NATURE IN THE CABIN. MY WIFE CUT HERSELF WH
“CAR LOSES POWER ON HIGHWAY EVEN WITH GAS PEDAL PRESSED DOWN TO FLOOR BOARD. SOURCE OF ISSUE IS UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 51 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐SUSPENSION: I HAVE 2017 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. THE REAR AXLE COIL SPRING PART NUMBER 5QM 511 115 BROKE. IT APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN RECALLED (SEE SAFETY RECALL CODE 42J5). BUT MY VIN DOES NOW SHOW ANY RECALL. PLEASE HELP. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐FUEL SYSTEM: 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. WHEN THE TOW ARRIVED, THE CAR TURNED ON AND I DROVE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHICH CHECKED IT OVER AND FOUND NO PROBLEMS. YESTER
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: 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. WHEN THE TOW ARRIVED, THE CAR TURNED ON AND I DROVE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHICH CHECKED IT OVER AND FOUND NO PROBLEMS. YESTER
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: 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. WHEN THE TOW ARRIVED, THE CAR TURNED ON AND I DROVE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHICH CHECKED IT OVER AND FOUND NO PROBLEMS. YESTER
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN — Year Comparison
How does 2017 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
Full years-to-avoid analysis →NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 51
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 7
- Injury reports
- 6
- Segment avg
- 80
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