Model year

2015 Volkswagen Golf R

Hatchback, gasoline, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Sep 27, 2017 to Sep 27, 2017.

Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints1Below the median 2015 hatchback
Severity index0.02015 hatchbacks average 10.9
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2015 Volkswagen Golf R peaked in 2017, with 1 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.250.50.75120171201820192020202120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

100% of complaints about the 2015 Volkswagen Golf R name stability and traction control

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Stability and traction control
1
Suspension
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

No recall campaign lists the 2015 Volkswagen Golf R

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2015 Volkswagen Golf R

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Sep 27, 2017Failure Sep 26, 20151,000 milesLOS Angeles, CAElectronic stability control (esc), Suspension

    HI. EVERSINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR IN AUGUST OF 2015 THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH SUSPENSION AND STABILITY OF THIS VEHICLE. IT DOES NOT DRIVE STRAIGHT AND ALWAYS ON ANY MINOR OR MAJOR BUMPS THE CAR JUMPS AND FLIES IN THE AIR AND THAT CREATES A HUGE BODY ROLL AND ALSO HABE CHANGED TIRES 2 TIMES ALREADY AND MY TIRES WEAR OUT AFTER 1000 MILES BECAUSE THE CAR KEEPS MOVING TO LEFT AND RIGHT. THE STABILITY CONTROL STARTS WORKING FOR NO REASON BECAUSE IT SENSES THE CAR GOING OUT OF CONTROL. CAR IS CONSTANTLY SHAKING AND DURING TAKE OFF AND STOP IT GOES TO LEFT & RIGHT. A VERY SMALL TINY BUMP ON LOW SPEED THROUGHS THE CAR SO STRONG AND IT IS OUT OF CONTROL. I HAVE BEEN TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT OF VOLKSWAGEN AND EVENTHOUGH THEY KNOW WHAT'S WRONG WITH THE CAR THEY REFUSE TO FIX IT BECAUSE THEY SAY THAT VW HAS TOUGH SYSTEM WHERE NOT UNLESS THE CAR IS NOT DRIVEABLE ANYMORE THEY WON'T FIX IT. THIS IS A PERFORMANCE CAR WITH VERY SCARY PROBLEM. I AM DRIVING IT LIKE A GRANDMA IN THE PAST YEAR BUT THE PROBLEM IS STILL THE SAME. THE AUTOMATIC WINDOW OPENER DOSNT WORK EVERYTIME I CHANGE THE DRIVE MODE AND THEN IT STARTS WORKING ON ITS OWN. ANOTHER PROBLEM IS THE BACK UP CAMERA WHERE WHEN I DRIVE BACKWARDS IN REAR GEAR IF I GO SLIGHTLY FASTER THAN COUPLE OF MILES PER HOUR THE SCREEN GOES BLACK AND I CAN'T SEE, WHICH THAT ON ITS OWN IS ANOTHER LIABILITY AND GREAT RISK FACTOR. WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL ON ANY PAVEMENT THE FRONT TIRES AND RIMS WANNA JUMP OUT OF THEIR PLACE AND THE CAR SHAKES AND LOOSES CONTROL.

    NHTSA complaint 11030197
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

1 NHTSA investigation on file

  • RQ23007 Recall query, Fuel system
    Fuel Leak due to Suction Jet Pump Failure within Fuel Tank (Remedy Effectiveness of Recall 16V647)
    Opened Dec 12, 2023, closed Jul 1, 2024 · led to a recall
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

558 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • V0026012081638_2 Aug 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Differences between a leak and seepage
  • TT 00-13-04_7 Aug 6, 2026 · Other
    Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order
  • VOS-26-42 Jul 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: DA 0019 - Hotfix 12-V battery test(s) – No battery diagnosis - Inconclus…
  • V1718062017813_24 Jul 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Oil Consumption Measurement and Electronic Oil Consumption Measurement
  • V6919012010479_17 Jun 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Inquiries
  • V1719012012855_81 Jun 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards
  • TT 13-20-01_3 Jun 18, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Instruction, how to lubicate engine before initial start.
  • TT 10-18-02_2 Jun 18, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Lubricating engine components before reassembly.
  • VOS-26-21 Mar 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the error message ERP0204E could occur during perform initial operation, software …
  • V0018092053065_6 Mar 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
  • V9422022066761_4 Mar 19, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors
  • VOS-26-15 Mar 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct multiple test plans: All basic settings test for the following components - Fill an…
  • V5515032021354_9 Mar 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment may not match the exterior paint color
  • DC_VW_CF_Airbag Mar 2, 2026 · Other
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent warning regarding counterfeit replacement airbag inflators that are being installed in used vehicles.
  • VOS-26-01 Jan 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct a test that is not reading any information from the battery data module (BDM) and w…
  • V5718012042955_7 Nov 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Replace Door Lock and Cap.
  • V4016012043146_4 Nov 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    What is and what is not a leaking suspension strut.
  • WLA-25-11 Oct 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Coolant Bleed Procedure
  • V8718102043704_24 Oct 6, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    GFF Requirements regardless of concern plus System flush requirement
  • V3718022033975_14 Oct 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Cautions about using aftermarket transmission flush machines and aftermarket transmission fluids.
  • V3416022034406_8 Oct 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Diagnosing Manual Transmission Noise
  • V2125012077512_2 Oct 29, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Turbocharger repair or replace due to stuck wastegate.
  • V1917012022548_15 Oct 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    G12Evo can now be mixed with previous coolants.
  • V1718062017813_23 Oct 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    How to measure engine oil consumption.
  • V1718032037201_20 Oct 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Proper engine oil level before leaving the factory.
  • V0116152014815_19 Oct 6, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    A list of suggested fuel stations
  • V0116132033805_11 Oct 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Engine misfire diagnostic aid.
  • V0017132033846_25 Oct 6, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Fuel Additive to prevent sporatic misfire
  • VWP-25-16 Sep 15, 2025 · Warranty Program/Extension
    For applicable Settlement Class Vehicles, the New Vehicle Limited Warranty will be extended to cover 50% of the repair or replacement of the Turbocharger by an authorized Volkswagen Dealer for 8.5 years or 85,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehi…
  • Turbocharger FAQ Sep 15, 2025 · Warranty Program/Extension
    This supporting FAQ is for the Turbocharger Limited Warranty Extension Class Action Settlement. This extension includes 2008-2015 GTI and Golf R*, 2012-2013 VW Beetle*, 2009 VW Jetta SportWagen*, 2013 VW Jetta Sedan and GLI*, 2009-2016 VW Eos*, 2008-2010 VW…
  • V0017132033846_24 Jul 22, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Fuel Additive
  • V4616012043146_3 Jul 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    How to identify and when to replace a leaking strut
  • V1719012012855_79 Jun 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards (U.S. Only)
  • V8720022061094_9 May 12, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    How to check for HVAC system leaks using nitrogen.
  • V1719012012855_78 Apr 21, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards
  • V2125012077251_1 Mar 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Turbocharger wastegate stuck, DTCs P2563 and or P00AF stored in engine/motor control module.
  • V1917012022548_14 Feb 12, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Identifying and Mixing Engine Coolant
  • V5515032021354_8 Oct 30, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Lack of paint under roof
  • V1719022012855_77 Oct 30, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Engine Oil Standards
  • V0018092053065_5 Oct 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Additional reporting
  • CampTip_RNA_VW Oct 7, 2024 · Other
    Vehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available
  • V3718022033975_13 Sep 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Fluid requirements
  • V3416022034406_7 Sep 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Manual transmission noise diagnosing
  • V1719012012855_76 Sep 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    A list of engine oil that meet Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards
  • V1718062017813_19 Sep 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    How to perform the engine oil consumption measurement
  • V1718032037201_19 Sep 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Checking Engine Oil and correctly reading dip stick
  • V0118122014603_20 Sep 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    How to manage software versions using VW diagnostic Tool
  • V0116152014815_18 Sep 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Recommended Gasoline Quality
  • V0116132033805_10 Sep 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid
  • V0017132033846_23 Sep 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Fuel additive to help with misfire faults
  • TT 00-24-01 Sep 12, 2024 · Other
    Wind & Water Leak Checking
  • V271901201189426 Aug 28, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Battery testing
  • V1719012012855_75 Aug 8, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Engine Oil Standards
  • V1719012012855_74 Jul 3, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Engine oil quality standards
  • TT 57-21-01 Jul 18, 2024 · Other
    KESSY Key adaptation
  • TT 10-18-02_2 Jul 11, 2024 · Other
    Engine Assembly Tip
  • TT 10-12-01_3 Jul 11, 2024 · Other
    Engine Replacement Tip
  • V1719012012855_73 Jun 3, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Engine oil quality standards
  • V171901201285572 May 7, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Engine oil quality standards
  • VWM1407 Nov 10, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Carefree Maintenance and VW Care Maintenance Plans Interim AdBlue Refills -? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.