2018 Volkswagen Golf vs 2019 Volkswagen Golf
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Volkswagen Golf | 2019 Volkswagen Golf |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 29 | 62 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 616 | 556 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–29 | 32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 1,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen Golf | Volkswagen Golf |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 34 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 7 |
| Power Train | 4 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 5 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1 |
| Suspension | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 35 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
2018 Volkswagen Golf
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.