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2012 Volkswagen Golf R Safety Report

Recalls, complaints, and safety data from NHTSA

The 2012 Volkswagen Golf R has 0 recalls, 1 complaint.

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Recalls

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Complaints

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Safety Rating

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

Recalls

No recalls found for the 2012 Volkswagen Golf R.

Safety Ratings

No NHTSA safety ratings available for the 2012 Volkswagen Golf R.

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
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Date ↓ComponentSummary
Nov 24, 2018ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMVEHICLE SUDDENLY WENT INTO A FAILURE MODE WHERE THROTTLE IS CUT SUDDENLY, ALMOST NO POWER. THEREAFTE...