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2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Engine Problems

Engine complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen has 7 NHTSA engine complaints and 0 engine-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen

Other
20
Electrical
19
Suspension
19
Structure
13
Visibility
9
Powertrain
7
Engine
7
Airbags
6
Steering
5

7

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

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

All Engine Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Mar 16, 2024ENGINETurbo Wastegate actuator rod/flap failure/seizure. VW dealership & Independent service center both d...
Feb 8, 2023ENGINETurbo wastegate actuator arm seized casing turbo failure. Wastegate stuck in the semi-open position.
Nov 6, 2022ENGINEDesign flaw on thermostat housing leaks causing coolant loss. Common issue that is expensive to rep...
Nov 4, 2022ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGThe contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the coo...
Mar 6, 2022ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEThe contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that the check engine warning...
Dec 22, 2021ENGINELeaking water pump at less than 80,000 miles causing engine to overheat and become damaged.
Dec 1, 2018ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTSWAGEN. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED WITH THE BRAK...

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