Volkswagen Problems & Recalls by Model
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Models in our index
| Model | Complaints (indexed years) | Worst indexed year |
|---|---|---|
| Jetta | 9,267 | 2009 · 888 |
| Passat | 7,000 | 2013 · 747 |
| Beetle | 2,024 | 2004 · 349 |
| Atlas | 1,688 | 2019 · 463 |
| Tiguan | 1,579 | 2018 · 274 |
| ID.4 | 892 | 2023 · 441 |
| CC | 756 | 2010 · 242 |
| Routan | 708 | 2009 · 293 |
| GTI | 469 | 2019 · 178 |
| Taos | 303 | 2022 · 303 |
| Touareg | 231 | 2004 · 231 |
| Atlas Cross Sport | 156 | 2021 · 156 |
| Golf | 129 | 2015 · 129 |
Totals cover the model-years in our index (the highest-complaint vehicles in NHTSA's file), not every year ever sold. Year pages list every indexed year.
Jetta by model year
Passat by model year
Beetle by model year
Atlas by model year
Tiguan by model year
ID.4 by model year
CC by model year
Routan by model year
GTI by model year
Taos by model year
Touareg by model year
Atlas Cross Sport by model year
Golf by model year
Frequently asked questions
How do I check if my Volkswagen has an open recall?
Look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It returns any open safety recalls for your exact vehicle, and recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Where does this Volkswagen complaint data come from?
All complaint and recall figures come from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the U.S. government's vehicle-safety agency. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners; a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Which vehicles are listed here?
This index covers the model-years with the highest complaint volumes in NHTSA's file (complaints received since January 1, 1995) and expands over time.
