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 allow gasoline to reach an ignition source and start a fire.
The front brake calipers are the subject of a separate recall: the mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly at the factory, and if they loosen further, the brakes can lose effectiveness and extend stopping distances significantly. The third recall involves the tire pressure monitoring system, which can fail to detect a sudden loss of pressure across all four tires at once, leaving the driver with no warning that the vehicle is riding on deflated tires and raising the risk of a crash.
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 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.
