This page covers 6 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Volkswagen Golf.
32 mpg combined
7.4 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 has 6 recalls, the most serious being a potential ignition switch failure that can shut down the electrical system and stall the engine while driving, and a separate fuel system defect where a leak near an ignition source raises the risk of fire.
On the chassis side, front wheel bearings on certain trims may have been machined incorrectly, causing the wheel, wheel bolts, or bearings to crack or break and leading to sudden steering or stability loss. The rear coil springs can also fracture while driving, potentially puncturing a rear tire and causing loss of control. There is also a rollaway risk on vehicles with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake, and keyless entry: the ignition key can be removed while the shifter is not in Park, allowing the vehicle to roll away unexpectedly. The least severe recall covers the tire pressure monitoring system, which can fail to detect a sudden drop in pressure across all four tires, leaving the driver unaware of a dangerous condition.
At a glance
What can fail
A faulty seal on the suction pump inside the fuel tank allows fuel to flow into the emissions control system and potentially leak from the charcoal canister.
What the fix does
The suction pump will be replaced at no cost.
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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
The ignition switch may fail, particularly in high-temperature environments, affecting 2019 Golf, Golf Alltrack, Golf Sportwagen, 2019-2020 Golf GTI, and Jetta models with conventional ignition switches.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the ignition switch at no cost. Contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or reference recall 28H7.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined, causing excessive stress on the wheel, wheel bolts, or wheel bearings.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the wheel bearing assemblies, wheels, and wheel bolts at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Silicate buildup on the shift lever switch contacts can allow the key to be removed from the ignition even when the transmission is not in Park.
What the fix does
Dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear coil springs may break prematurely, potentially affecting vehicle handling and stability.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
