2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen suspension problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen — 39% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“During the WV state inspection at my VW dealer for my 2017 Golf Sportswagen, it was determined I had a broken rear spring. Researching the issue, I find VW issued a recall for some 2017 Golf Sportswagens for this very issue, but apparently my car was not included. The broken spring prevents me from…”
filed May 9, 2025
“Left and Rear Coil Springs have snapped in half due to unreasonably dangerous defective manufacturing. This is consistent with the open recall for the exact condition: NHTSA's campaign number: 19V188000. However, VW North America refuses to consider my vehicle for the recall as my vin is not…”
filed Oct 18, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Rear coil springs may prematurely fractureCampaign 19V188000 · Mar 6, 2019
Suspension problems in other Golf Sportwagen years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Golf Sportwagen | 5 | 10% |
| 2015 Golf Sportwagen | 5 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.