Is the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack

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2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
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Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 73
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Structure

Complaints per year

2017: 73 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2017	73
2018	8
2019	19

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Structure

21% · 15 reports

Most commonly citing body.

INJURY

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Chrome trim around the DSG shifter has peeling chrome which is razor sharp. It has cut my hand deeply and is a safety hazard to me and my family.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-10-20

2017 VW Golf Alltrack SEL, purchased XXX CPO. DEFECT: The panoramic sunroof frame's wind-deflector storage channel is separate from the primary, drained water channel and has no drain of its own.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-21

Electrical system

19% · 14 reports

Air bags

15% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing driver clockspring/spiral cassette.

Visibility/wiper

14% · 10 reports

Power train

11% · 8 reports

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The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle and shifting to the park, the contact turned off the vehicle and the vehicle rolled backward.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-13

Vehicle is a 2017 vw Golf Alltrack s with a 6-speed manual transmission; less than 2 weeks old with ~400 miles on odometer and a little over 1/4 tank of 87-octane gasoline. Issue occurred at approximately 10PM on August 25TH, 2017.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-08-26

Also filed under Engine and fuel/propulsion system

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2020-10-06Unknown or other20V561000 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.

Remedy: 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.

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2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack — pre-purchase inspection

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Structure: 15 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 14 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 11 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 20V561000 · Unknown or other

FAQ

Is the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack?: The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.