Volkswagen E-Golf years to avoid
No model year of the Volkswagen E-Golf stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Volkswagen E-Golf years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Volkswagen E-Golf complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Volkswagen E-Golf problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical34
- Fuel system12
- Engine11
- Transmission7
- Steering3
- Driver assistance3
- Acceleration3
- Brakes2
- Seat belts1
Volkswagen E-Golf problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | - | 6 | Electrical | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2018 | - | 1 | 1 | 0 | |||
| 2017 | - | 1 | Acceleration | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2016 | - | 18 | Electrical | 2,248 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2015 | - | 29 | Electrical | 17,653 | 3 | 0 |
Recalls 9
Volkswagen E-Golf warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Volkswagen E-Golf
What years of the Volkswagen E-Golf should you avoid?
No single model year of the Volkswagen E-Golf has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Volkswagen E-Golf?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Volkswagen E-Golf?
Electrical, with 34 complaints across all years, followed by fuel system (12) and engine (11).
How many recalls does the Volkswagen E-Golf have?
9 recalls between 2015 and 2019. The 2016 model year has the most, with 5.
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