Model year

2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen

Wagon, gasoline, built in Mexico. Owner complaints on file from Jun 11, 2018 to Apr 8, 2019.

Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints5Below the median 2016 wagon
Severity index20.02016 wagons average 11.3
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen peaked in 2019, with 3 filed

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

01232018201932020202120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

20% of complaints about the 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen name airbags

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

Airbags
1
Electrical system
1
Steering
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 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen

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 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportswagen

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.

5 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Apr 8, 2019Failure Apr 8, 201959,000 milesAnnandale, VASuspension

    BAD REAR SUSPENSION IS DEFORMING THE TIRE AND COULD POSSIUCAUSE A BLOW OUT

    NHTSA complaint 11194730
  2. Filed Apr 3, 2019Failure Mar 10, 2019Socorro, NMElectrical system, Steering

    2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO STEERING AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SAFETY RECALL. *LD *TR

    NHTSA complaint 11191890
  3. Filed Jan 28, 2019Failure Jul 25, 2018Potsdam, NYUnknown or other

    RECALL HAS BEEN OUT FOR 6 MONTHS, STILL NO FIX AVAILABLE.

    NHTSA complaint 11172527
  4. Filed Jul 16, 2018Failure Jul 3, 201836,000 milesTacoma, WAUnknown or other

    METAL TRIM ON THE BEZEL OF THE GEAR SELECTOR (AT THE BASE) HAS PEELED OFF AND CRACKED. IT IS VERY SHARP AND I CUT MY HAND. IT APPEARS THAT THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE WITH CARS ON THIS PLATFORM (GOLF, GTI, GOLF SPORTWAGEN).

    NHTSA complaint 11111728
  5. Filed Jun 11, 2018Failure May 25, 201839,500 milesSioux Falls, SDAir bagsCrash

    WAS HIT IN THE REAR, OTHER DRIVER WAS TRAVELING AROUND 55 MPH AS I WAS SLOWING DOWN (AROUND 5 MPH) TURNING RIGHT FROM A HIGHWAY ONTO ANOTHER ROAD. IMPACT WAS ENOUGH TO CRUSH THE REAR FLOOR PAN AND BEND THE FRAME. I SMELLED AND SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN AFTER THE IMPACT. NONE OF THE AIRBAGS IN THE WHOLE CAR WENT OFF BUT THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND VEHICLE STATUS SAYS "ERROR: AIRBAG".

    NHTSA complaint 11101217
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

77 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.

  • DCcampreminder May 6, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Campaign Reminder Communication. Also includes: 1998-2004 Beetle, 2003-2004 Beetle Convertible, 2019 Beetle Convertible, 1994-2004 Eurovan, 1994-2004 Golf, 1994-2004 Jetta, 2001-2004 Jetta Wagon, 2018-2019 Tiguan LWB, 1994-2004 Passat, 1994-2004 Passat Wago…
  • Adhesive Circ Apr 29, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Adhesive circular. Note: also includes 2004 Golf, Jetta, Passat, Touareg, GTI,
  • SM 33-2019 Mar 27, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
  • V271901-2011894 Feb 19, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
  • Gasoline Engine Feb 27, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document
  • TT 911505 Sep 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update to existing information to address phone concerns via bluetooth resulting from saved emoji information
  • TT 371003 Sep 15, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update to model year applicability and existing tip for Dual clutch basic settings procedure.
  • TT 370903 Sep 15, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update model year applicability and existing tip for transmission basic settings direction.
  • On-car-analysis- Jun 12, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    MIL-on P0420 and/or P0430 in the ECM
  • On-car-analysis- Jun 8, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    MIL-on P0420 and/or P0430 in the ECM
  • VW Parts Accesso Jun 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Adhesive application for installation on all areo parts solds as an accessory
  • V971701 2048106 Jun 7, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Instruction to protect oil pressure sw. to prevent contamination and possible failure when removing 1.8L & 2.0L engines
  • VHW-17-11 Jun 22, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide
  • TT 911704 Jun 30, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Diagnostic tip to look for aftermarket phone software that can effect infotainment operation.
  • TT 911613 Jun 30, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update to MIB2 information to include 2015 and 2017 model year.
  • TT 911505 Sep 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update to existing information to address phone concerns via bluetooth resulting from saved emoji information
  • TT 371003 Sep 15, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update to model year applicability and existing tip for Dual clutch basic settings procedure.
  • TT 370903 Sep 15, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update model year applicability and existing tip for transmission basic settings direction.
  • TT 911704 Jun 30, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Diagnostic tip to look for aftermarket phone software that can effect infotainment operation.
  • VW Parts Accesso Jun 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Adhesive application for installation on all areo parts solds as an accessory
  • V971701 2048106 Jun 7, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Instruction to protect oil pressure sw. to prevent contamination and possible failure when removing 1.8L & 2.0L engines
  • SM 44-2017 EN Jun 28, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
  • VIN-4-A-PIN Sept Sep 14, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    MIL-on, Fault P013E in the ECM
  • VIN-4-A-PIN Sept Sep 2, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    MIL-on, Fault P013E in the ECM
  • VIN-4-A-PIN Sept Sep 7, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    MIL-on, Fault P013E in the ECM
  • V171604 2037201 Oct 19, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Updated to include additional model year applicability.
  • V001608 2036935 Nov 22, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Updated to include additions claiming instruction with options.
  • VST-16-01 Jun 15, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    explaination of cross car distorion when looking through the windshield and how the "effect" in normal.
  • Elsa 6-29-15 Jun 29, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
  • Elsa 6-22-15 Jun 22, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns,…
  • 1-2017 Update Feb 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.
  • TT171501-2040170 Feb 10, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    To add model year 2016 and 2017 applicability and reminder about Programming Activation of Oil Pressure Regulation/Retraction on all models with 1.8L CPKA and CPRA engines after engine assembly, cylinder head or turbocharger replacement.
  • TT 97-12-02 Sep 23, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.
  • VIN-4-A-PIN 2-3 Feb 3, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
  • TT 00-16-02 Oct 28, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that cannot be re-used
  • V001607 2034407 Oct 25, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update to include model year 2017 applicability.
  • V001605 2033846 Oct 20, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Updated to include additional model year applicability.
  • V011615 2014815 Oct 20, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update to include additional model year applicability.
  • V191602 2022549 Oct 20, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update model year applicability.
  • V371602 2033975 Oct 20, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Updated to include an additional model year applicability.
  • V401602 2040561 Oct 25, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Updated to include model year 2017 applicability
  • V661603 2027119 Oct 18, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update model year applicability.
  • V871621 2043893 Jan 13, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Updated to include additional model year applicability.
  • V871622 2019947 Oct 24, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update to model year applicability.
  • V341602 2034406 Oct 24, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    additional symptom gathering information and guidence to isolate customer concern before beginning repair.
  • V691601 2010479 Oct 31, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update model year applicability to include 2017.
  • V871620 2005566 Oct 12, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update model and model year applicability.
  • TT 011401 May 26, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update to existing article that addressed additional diagnostics for lean running concerns.
  • TT 011504 May 19, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Seach tips to assist in finding DTC information
  • TT 011505 May 19, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Tip to perform GFF feedback for test plan issues.
  • TT 271701 May 5, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Example of devices, modifications or alterations that can impede Adaptive Cruise Control Radar Sensor function.
  • On-car-analysis- May 4, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    MIL-on fault P2407 in the ECM
  • V001708 2038059 May 9, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Update technical publication to include model year 2018 Atlas
  • TT 27-16-02 Dec 2, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Brand specific Alignment rack software information to address calibration concerns for adaptive cruise control.
  • VOS-16-04 Mar 21, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    ODIS Service Installation Phase 2 ? Software Installation & Configuration Instructions
  • VOS-16-05 Mar 21, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Installation Phase 1 ? Preparation, License & Security Certificate Process Instructions
  • VSE-16-02 Mar 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Information T10542/2 ? Threaded Stud from High Voltage Adapter Set notice
  • TT 97-14-02ss1 Mar 4, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
  • VSE-16-03 Mar 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Information T10542-ERG High-Voltage Adapter Kit Auto Shipment AT-385
  • VSE-16-05 Mar 11, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This communication provides important information on how to obtain and install the latest software for the new John Bean VAS701001 alignment machine model
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.