Volkswagen Arteon Problems by Year
NHTSA has 43 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the Volkswagen Arteon, across 5 model years (2019–2023). The 2023 model year has the most complaints (14). The most reported problem area overall is tires.
Volkswagen Arteon years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Arteon year: 2021, 2023. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2023 Arteon: 14 complaints, 1 recall
- 2021 Arteon: 14 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2019 Arteon: 8 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Volkswagen Arteon problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | 17 | 3 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Volkswagen Arteon model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Arteon | 14 | 1 | — | Tires | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2022 Arteon | 5 | 0 | — | Forward Collision Avoidance | |
| 2021 Arteon | 14 | 4 | — | Forward Collision Avoidance | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2020 Arteon | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2019 Arteon | 8 | 1 | — | Tires |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Volkswagen Arteon years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2021 (14), 2023 (14) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Arteon year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Volkswagen Arteon?
Tires, with 17 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Arteon have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.