MYRModel Year Report

2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack

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2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:35:19.852Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2017 highlighted. 2017: 72 complaints 2017 2018: 8 complaints 2018 2019: 19 complaints 2019
2017: 72 complaints
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YearComplaints
201772
20188
201919

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STRUCTURE 19%

19% of complaints: structure — 14 distinct reports on file.

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, 20211020

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 19%

19% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file.

VISIBILITY/WIPER 14%

14% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 10 distinct reports on file.

AIR BAGS 14%

14% of complaints: air bags — 10 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 11%

11% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.

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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, 20250113

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, 20170826

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20201006 — unknown or other

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.

Campaign 20V561000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 20V561000 (unknown or other) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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:body, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.