Volkswagen E-Golf Problems by Year
NHTSA has 55 owner complaints and 9 safety recalls on file for the Volkswagen E-Golf, across 5 model years (2015–2019). The 2015 model year has the most complaints (29). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
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Volkswagen E-Golf years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical E-Golf year: 2015, 2016. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2015 E-Golf: 29 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2016 E-Golf: 18 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2019 E-Golf: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
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 E-Golf problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 34 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Volkswagen E-Golf model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 E-Golf | 6 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2018 E-Golf | 1 | 1 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2017 E-Golf | 1 | 2 | — | Back Over Prevention | |
| 2016 E-Golf | 18 | 5 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2015 E-Golf | 29 | 3 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Volkswagen E-Golf years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2015 (29), 2016 (18) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical E-Golf 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 E-Golf?
Electrical System, with 34 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Volkswagen E-Golf have?
9 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.