This page covers 2 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R.
24–26 mpg combined
9–9.8 L/100km
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2019 Volkswagen Golf R has 2 recalls, the more serious being a tire pressure monitoring system that can fail to detect a sudden loss of pressure in all four tires at once, leaving the driver unaware of a dangerous condition that raises the risk of a crash.
The second recall covers certain vehicles that were originally used internally by Volkswagen and sold without confirmation that they meet all applicable safety regulations, and may have been modified before sale. Because the specific systems affected are unspecified, the potential consequences include an elevated risk of injury, crash, or fire.
At a glance
What can fail
The tire pressure monitoring system may not detect when air pressure drops in all four tires at the same time, failing to alert you in time.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the tire pressure monitoring system software at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
These vehicles were sold without verification that they met all federal safety standards and may have been altered before sale, potentially failing to comply with required safety standards.
What the fix does
Volkswagen will repurchase the vehicles. Contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 for details.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
