CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (15 reports).
2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen recalls
Fuel Pump Seal Can Leak Fuel, Raising Fire Risk
A seal on a suction jet pump inside the fuel tank can fail, allowing fuel to flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system and possibly leak out of the charcoal canister.
Key can be pulled out before Park, risking rollaway
A buildup of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts can allow the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in Park.
Rear Coil Springs May Break, Risking Loss of Control
Rear coil springs on certain Volkswagen Golf, Golf Sportwagen and Tiguan vehicles may fracture prematurely.
Key Can Be Removed While Car Is Not in Park
Silicate buildup on the shift lever micro switch contacts can allow the key to be pulled out of the ignition while the shift lever is not in Park.
Most common 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen problems
Problem areas named in the 38 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 15 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
What owners report
2017 Golf has been nothing but a nightmare. [1] 2018-2021, it was Infotainment system that I had to repair 3 times; once under warranty, twice out of pocket. Stupid navigation system malfunctions every time they upgrade the map or something and caused another visit to the dealer for replacing the entire radio and that little disk in the glove box. How many times would anyone do this during ownership, every year? I gave up fixing that dumbest navigation infotainment whatever, after paying thousands of $$ twice. Apparently, nobody at VW could care less if their driver could have an accident while driving with phone in hand to navigate while the navigation screen is on forever uploading loop. [
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 â Rear Axle Coil Springs â 2017-2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. Hence the problem was reproduced and confirmed. No warning lamps or signals were observed and the d
Safety issue with my 2017 VW Golf Sportwagen SEL VIN [XXX] with 83,219 miles. The passenger side mirror adhesive is defective and has caused the glass to detach. The defective VW part number number is 5G0857522Q This is a SAFETY ISSUE. My research revealed that many owners are experiencing this same adhesive defect with the mirror. I submitted a case number ticket [XXX] on March 17 2025 with VW about this issue. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
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: NHTSA'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.
When fueling the car at the gas station, the gas pump would shut off, almost immediately and the little fuel would gush out of the tank. We are unable to fuel the car. Repeated several times, but unable to fuel the car. From reading various online forum posting of folks with a similar problem, it appears that the suspect is the suction pump. Called the dealer and the recommend getting a new gas tank. Estimate cost of repair-$4,000. Taking car to dealership to have the suction pump replaced under the recall and see what happens.
2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen questions
Does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen: Fuel Pump Seal Can Leak Fuel, Raising Fire Risk; Key can be pulled out before Park, risking rollaway; Rear Coil Springs May Break, Risking Loss of Control; Key Can Be Removed While Car Is Not in Park. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen?
Based on 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (15), Electrical System (7), Engine (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.