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2017 Volkswagen Golf Lights Problems

Lights complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2017 Volkswagen Golf has 3 NHTSA lights complaints and 0 lights-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2017 Volkswagen Golf

Other
68
Electrical
19
Structure
19
Engine
17
Powertrain
11
Visibility
11
Steering
8
Suspension
7
Airbags
7
Fuel System
5
Brakes
5
Lights
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

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

All Lights Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Nov 20, 2020EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGSSRS WARNING LIGHT FOR UNOCCUPIED PASSENGER SEAT WOULD NOT GO OFF EVEN AFTER RESTARTING THE CAR; IT D...
Jan 1, 2018EXTERIOR LIGHTINGLOW AND HIGH BEAM LAMPS ARE INADEQUATE AND DO NOT SUFFICIENTLY ILLUMINATE THE ROAD. MUCH DIMMER THAN...
Nov 6, 2017EXTERIOR LIGHTINGLOW BEAM AND HIGH BEAMS. THIS HAS GOT TO BE THE WORST VEHICLE I HAVE EVERY HAD, WITH REGARDS TO ITS...

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