This page covers 3 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2020 Volkswagen Golf.
31–32 mpg combined
7.4–7.6 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 2020 Volkswagen Golf has 3 recalls, the most serious being a fuel leak that can create a fire risk if fuel contacts an ignition source.
On the braking side, front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been properly tightened and can loosen over time, reducing braking effectiveness and increasing stopping distance. There is also a tire pressure monitoring system recall where the system may fail to detect a sudden loss of pressure across all four tires at once, leaving the driver unaware of a dangerous drop in tire pressure.
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.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
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
The bolts that hold the front brake calipers in place may not be tight enough, which can cause them to loosen and reduce your brakes' effectiveness.
What the fix does
A dealer will replace the front brake caliper mounting bolts on your vehicle.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
