2017 Volkswagen Golf R reliability
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R over 10 years — 2 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Golf R years here — over the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (6 of 15), then Electrical system (2) and Fuel and propulsion system (2). Those filings include 2 that report an injury.
The 2016 Golf R has 12 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2018 has 9 complaints, 2 per year. The 2017 has more complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has more complaints per year than the 2018.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2017 Volkswagen Golf R. How we count. Data as of .
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No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (15 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"Thermostat Sensor Failure causing check engine light P00B7. Vehicle not reading the correct engine temp causing cooling fans to run at 100% and drivability concern. Dealer diagnosed the repair as replacement of the…"
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"The fuel suction pump in my 2017 volkswagen golf r failed causing strong gas odors to emit whenever the car is running, loss of power, inability to put more than a small amount of fuel in, and gas leaking into the evap…"
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"My VW on two occasions experienced coolant / water pump system failures (May 2022 and August 2023), the second of which required full water pump replacement. These are identical to the class action lawsuit outlined on…"
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"The shift boot trim piece was poorly designed and is the metal is peeling and has cut my hand several times. It has happened once while driving and I had to stop at a gas station to get a paper towel to stop the…"
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"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf R. The contact stated that the fuel gauge remained on Empty after fueling the vehicle. Additionally, fuel accumulated in the EVAP system, and leaked out from the fuel tank onto…"
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA safety recall 18V-864 covers certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R vehicles. The fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay, resulting in a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the engine compartment can increase the risk of a fire. Remedy: dealers secure the fuel line connection as necessary, free of charge.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R reliable?
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R over 10 years — 2 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Golf R years here — over the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2017 Volkswagen Golf R?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (6 of 15), then Electrical system (2) and Fuel and propulsion system (2). Those filings include 2 that report an injury.
Is the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2016 Golf R has 12 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2018 has 9 complaints, 2 per year. The 2017 has more complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has more complaints per year than the 2018.
Has the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R?
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R with NHTSA.
What engine oil does a US Volkswagen Golf R use?
SAE 0W-30 (2.0L turbo; VW 508 00/509 00 per manual listings)
What tire sizes fit a US Volkswagen Golf R?
Published US specs commonly list front 225/40R18, 235/35R19 (trim-dependent) and rear 225/40R18, 235/35R19 (trim-dependent); confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US Volkswagen Golf R?
NHTSA safety recall 22V-163 covers certain 2022 Golf GTI and Golf R vehicles. Certain driving situations, such as high acceleration maneuvers, may loosen the engine design cover. A loose cover may contact hot surfaces in the engine compartment and melt, increasing the risk of a fire. Remedy: dealers remove the engine design cover free of charge; Volkswagen planned a free updated cover under a separate service action once parts were available. When NHTSA lists Golf GTI and Golf R together, the published unit count is shared.