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2017 Volkswagen Golf Recall

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Recall Summary

20 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Key Removal

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 18V464000 · 33,168 vehicles affected

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Volkswagen Golf and Golf Sportwagen vehicles. The build of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition while the vehicle shift lever is not in Park. As such

Consequence

Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than Park increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 8, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37L5.

Air Bag

FREE5 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 16V955000 · 5,901 vehicles affected

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi A7, A4, A6, Volkswagen Golf and Tiguan vehicles and 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf vehicles for driver frontal air bags, passenger frontal air bags or head air bags that may not deploy properly. Additionally, certain 2017 Audi Q7, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, and 2018 Audi Q5 vehicles are being recalled because the seat belt pretensioners may not activate properly.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the air bags and/or the seat belt pretensioners do not inflate or function properly, the vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen and Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bags and seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

Steering

FREE4 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 19V615000 · 679,027 vehicles affected

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in Park.

Consequence

Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.

Rear Suspension Coil Springs

FREE3 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 19V188000 · 56,173 vehicles affected

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.

Consequence

If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5.

Key Removal1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 18V464000 · 33,168 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than Park increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Corrective Action

Air Bag5

FREE5 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 16V955000 · 5,901 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the air bags and/or the seat belt pretensioners do not inflate or function properly, the vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Steering Column2

FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 18V464000 · 33,168 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Corrective Action

Suspension2

FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 19V188000 · 56,173 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Steering4

FREE4 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 19V615000 · 679,027 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Corrective Action

Rear Suspension Coil Springs3

FREE3 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 19V188000 · 56,173 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Unknown2

FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 20V561000 · 23 vehicles affected

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R and Atlas, 2017 Golf Alltrack and E-Golf and 2016-2018 Passat vehicles. These internal use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may have been modified prior to sale. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of various Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

Consequence

Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of a crash or injury to vehicle occupants.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners and will repurchase the vehicles. The recall began October 6, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01E9.

Other1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 18V464000 · 33,168 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Corrective Action

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Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions answered

What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2017 Volkswagen Golf?

NHTSA recall information identifies 20 recall entries for the 2017 Volkswagen Golf across Key Removal, Air Bag, Steering Column, Suspension, Steering, Rear Suspension Coil Springs, Unknown, and Other components.
The reported concerns include air bags that may not deploy properly, a possible ignition key removal condition outside Park, rear coil springs that may fracture, and compliance concerns for certain internal-use vehicles.

How do I check if my 2017 Volkswagen Golf has an open recall?

You can check your 2017 Volkswagen Golf by VIN at NHTSA.gov or receive a free VIN check at our service department.
The VIN check identifies open manufacturer recalls and helps confirm whether a remedy has been completed.

How much does a 2017 Volkswagen Golf recall repair cost?

A 2017 Volkswagen Golf recall repair is free at an authorized Volkswagen dealer.
Manufacturer safety recall remedies, including the specified parts and labor, are performed at no charge to the owner.

Can an independent shop fix a 2017 Volkswagen Golf recall?

No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer remedy at no charge.
Factory-trained technicians use manufacturer procedures, diagnostic tools, and OEM parts for recall repairs.

Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2017 Volkswagen Golf?

Buyers and dealers check recall status, so an open recall can affect the trade-in process; visit our trade-in page to get started.
Completing an eligible recall remedy can help provide clearer safety and ownership records when you trade your Golf.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

Safety Comes First

NHTSA recall information identifies concerns involving air bags that may not deploy properly, which could increase occupant injury risk in a crash. Other entries describe silicate buildup at shift-lever micro-switch contacts that may allow the key to be removed outside Park, raising the risk of unintended rollaway. Rear coil springs may also fracture prematurely and damage a rear tire, potentially causing loss of control. These risks make waiting an unnecessary gamble. A free VIN check can determine whether a manufacturer remedy is open, and eligible recall repairs are completed at no charge by an authorized Volkswagen dealer.

Certified Volkswagen Expertise

Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale serves Avondale, Goodyear, Buckeye, Litchfield Park, and nearby West Valley communities with factory-trained technicians, manufacturer diagnostic tools, and OEM parts. Our authorized Volkswagen service team follows the manufacturer’s recall procedures and completes eligible remedies at no charge to the owner. Whether your concern involves air bags, steering-related key removal, or rear suspension coil springs, we can check the VIN and explain the next step clearly. Trust Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale for professional recall service close to home in Avondale, AZ.

Simple Next Steps

Start by locating your Golf’s VIN and requesting a free recall check. Then bring the vehicle to Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale so our team can verify open campaigns and complete any eligible manufacturer remedy. If you are unsure whether prior work was performed, still schedule service—there is no charge for the VIN check. You can schedule an appointment online or call 623-253-6638. Acting promptly helps address safety concerns sooner and provides reassurance before your next drive.