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2001 Volkswagen Golf Suspension Problems

Suspension complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2001 Volkswagen Golf has 3 NHTSA suspension complaints and 1 suspension-related recall.

Problem Areas for the 2001 Volkswagen Golf

Airbags
33
Engine
24
Electrical
12
Visibility
12
Brakes
12
Lights
9
Powertrain
7
Latches & Locks
3
Suspension
3
Other
3
Seat Belts
3
Speed Control
3

3

Complaints

1

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

Suspension Recalls

00V280000

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. ONE OF TWO BRACKETS USED TO BOLT THE FRONT SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE TO THE BODY STRUC...

All Suspension Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
May 11, 2005SUSPENSIONMY 2001 VW GOLF HAS HYDRAULIC BUSHINGS IN THE REAR AXLE AND ONE OF THEM LEAKED FLUID. UNFORTUNATELY...
Dec 9, 2003SUSPENSIONAT THE 30,000 MILE DEALER SERVICING, DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING WAS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE CRE...
Jan 1, 1970SUSPENSIONHAVE EXPERIENCED SQUEAKING SOUNDS IN CAR FOR MONTHS FROM THE RIGHT SIDE OF CAR WHILE GOING AROUND CO...

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