2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: broken coil spring

Filed May 9, 2025 · Suspension · WV

During the WV state inspection at my VW dealer for my 2017 Golf Sportswagen, it was determined I had a broken rear spring. Researching the issue, I find VW issued a recall for some 2017 Golf Sportswagens for this very issue, but apparently my car was not included. The broken spring prevents me from having a valid inspection sticker and should not drive it. Per information on the past recall, collapse of the spring can cause tire damage and loss of control of the vehicle. The previous recall was Safety Recall Code: 42J5 – Rear Axle Coil Springs – 2017-2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. Hence the problem was reproduced and confirmed. No warning lamps or signals were observed and the defect was found during the VW State Inspection procedure at Voltswagen Morgantown.

Filed Oct 18, 2024 · Suspension · CA

Left and Rear Coil Springs have snapped in half due to unreasonably dangerous defective manufacturing. This is consistent with the open recall for the exact condition: the federal safety agency's campaign number: 19V188000. However, VW North America refuses to consider my vehicle for the recall as my vin is not included. Although the snaps reflect a a dangerous manufacturing defect, VW incorrectly has determined the rear coil springs on my vehicle are not "in the batch" of defective coil springs.

Filed Apr 24, 2024 · Suspension · PA

Broken rear coil spring requiring replacement of both rear springs. The springs were replaced at the state safety inspection in August 2023. The broken parts were not retained. Failure of part could have resulted in loss of control of the vehicle. The work was completed by an independent garage. There was no warning other than reduction of ride comfort.

Filed Nov 21, 2023 · Suspension · VT

Both rear coil springs have broken. Ref: the federal safety agency Campaign 19V188000

Filed Aug 1, 2023 · Suspension · NY

Got in touch with VW regarding recall 42J5 but manufacturer tells me that my vehicle is not a part it the recall. I believe since my car is 2017 which is a part of the recall, there is a chance a defective part could have been used on my car. Also VW refused to provide me with parts numbers for the effected vehicle. I was going it compare with parts on my vehicle which are broken ( coil springs)

Filed Jun 26, 2023 · Suspension · 115,000 miles · MA

The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, there was an abnormal thumping sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the rear passenger’s side to the vehicle was lowered due to a fractured coil spring. Upon investigation, the contact discovered the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V188000 (Suspension) which he linked to the failure. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Filed Mar 3, 2023 · Suspension · MA

Broken rear coil springs, piece of passenger side rear spring located in assembly, possible road and vehicle hazard. Broken spring is available for inspection. Spring has not been inspected by dealer, appointment has been scheduled. No warning messages, loud banging noise heard, internet search conducted and broken spring piece located and removed. Located VW recall #42J5, contacted VW, but they could not locate recall # in their system. VW told me that my VIN# wasn't included in the recall, but they couldn't locate the actual recall. Safety recall report #19V‑188

Filed Oct 20, 2022 · Suspension · NH

At 28,700 miles both rear coil springs on my Volkswagen failed. This spring failure was addressed in Volkswagen's 42J5 recall campaign and the federal safety agency's campaign # 19V188000. However, my vehicles VIN # was not part of this recall. Since the springs on my vehicle failed at a low mileage why was my vehicle not included in the 56,000 vehicles recalled. Perhaps this indicates a wider issue than Volkswagen first believed. I am the original owner and the vehicle has not been abused in any way. I have the failed springs available for inspection and my mechanic said he has replaced these springs on three other Volkswagens. This is in a small town of 2000 people. The problem made itself known by unusual noises from the rear of the car when on uneven road surfaces. Safety issues involved are covered in the original recall.

Filed Mar 29, 2022 · Suspension · MO

Rear suspension spring broke causing rear car to lean low mileage other VW‘s have been recalled for same problem

Filed Sep 1, 2021 · Suspension · 43,000 miles · CT

The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal clanking sound was coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer where they diagnosed the vehicle with a rear coil spring fracture. Upon investigation, the contact discovered the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V188000 (Suspension) which he linked to the failure. The contact called the dealer back and was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer had yet to be informed of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 43,000.

Filed Jun 15, 2020 · Suspension · 92,000 miles · NY

I have 2017 volkswagen golf sportwagen. The rear axle coil spring part number 5qm 511 115 broke. It appears to have been recalled (see safety recall code 42j5). But my VIN does now show any recall. Please help.