Sos module failure 3 times in 8 months
The worst 2020 Volkswagen Arteon problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical2
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- Electrical2
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Volkswagen Arteon 442
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This supporting FAQ is for the Turbocharger Limited Warranty Extension Class Action Settlement
- For applicable Settlement Class Vehicles, the New Vehicle Limited Warranty will be extended to cover 50%...
- These documents are for the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Limited Warranty Extension as part of the...
- Prevent Sporatic Misfire Faults.
- Checking engine oil level.
- Reprogramming Control Module process
- Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses
- Engine missfire diagnostic aid
- Identifying and Mixing Volkswagen Engine Coolants
- When replacing Evaporative Emissions System components, it is not always necessary to replace the entire...
What 2020 Volkswagen Arteon owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
On my driver's screen, an error message popped up that read "SOS, ERROR: Emergency call function. Service vehicle!" I took my car to the dealership. This was in November of 2023. They were able to remove the error message but the module itself was broken and the SOS feature was not working and would need to be replaced. This module also affects the ability to talk hands-free. This module has been on back-order for nearly a year. It is illegal in most states to use your phone w/ your hands, but more importantly, I was sold a car with the SOS feature and a hands-free (and more) phone/Carnet feature. This is affecting many VW models as well as Audi's and Skodas and is all over the internet. I've contacted VW USA and they are unable to provide ANY information on if and when the modules will be available and told me to "stay in touch" with my dealership. I am on my 6th VW and this is my first complaint. It's a BIG one! I can see a back order of 3-6 months, but NOT a year.
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Questions about the 2020 Volkswagen Arteon
Is the 2020 Volkswagen Arteon reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2020 Volkswagen Arteon, fewer than a typical Arteon model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Volkswagen Arteon?
Electrical system, with 2 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2020 Volkswagen Arteon have?
No recalls on record.
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