2019 Volkswagen Golf R
Only 6 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2019
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2019: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 4 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 12 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Forward collision avoidance
3 of 6 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing adaptive cruise control and warnings.
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While turning (right hand turn) slowly into parking space, vehicle engine unexpectedly reved and accelerated causing vehicle to jump curb and strike fixed object (tree).
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-06-22
Also filed under Back over prevention
Wheels
1 of 6 total reports mentions: wheels.
Service brakes
1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Four times over the last week while driving 35 MPH straight down a residential road, I experienced an unexpected engagement of the front collision warning, and one of those four times, 4 days ago, I additionally experienced an unexpected engagement...
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-29
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
Electronic stability control (esc)
1 of 6 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).
Electrical system
1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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The problem is with the vehicle's fuse system. The Golf R came with no spare tire but an air pump, which needs to be powered by the 12V dc power of the vehicle. But when I use this original air pump, the fuse of the 12V dc power burns out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-05-08
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2021-05-20Unknown or other21V321000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Touareg GP, Tiguan, Golf A6, E-Golf GP, CCF, 2016-2017 Passat GP, 2018-2019 Golf R GP, and 2018 Atlas vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will repurchase the vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01F1.
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2022-11-18Tires22V815000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or AudiÂs customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
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2023-12-12Recall queryClosed 2024-07-01 Fuel Leak due to Suction Jet Pump Failure within Fuel Tank (Remedy Effectiveness of Recall 16V647)
Buy-smart checklist
2019 Volkswagen Golf R — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V321000 · Unknown or other
- Recall 22V815000 · Tires
FAQ
- Is the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R 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 2019 Volkswagen Golf R?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.