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#BS-2016-VOLGOL-14672016 Volkswagen Golf R
Based on reports from 14 owners and 4 recalls for this exact model.
Preliminary Verdict
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Based on 14 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 4 recalls.
Top reported problems
drivers sideview mirror vibration
1 complaints • Severity 6/10
bad radio reception on am band
1 complaints • Severity 4/10
fuel leak
1 complaints • Severity 6/10
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
2 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 1K miles.
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Top cost driver: Electrical (2 reports).
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Where the complaints fall
2016 Volkswagen Golf R: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 1,400 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 1K-mile mark.
Engine Issues
Engine complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Drivetrain Issues
Drivetrain complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Fuel System Issues
Fuel System complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.
Complaint trend by year
Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R. Recent trend: decreasing.
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Recall History (4 recalls)
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 Golf R vehicles manufactured March 17, 2016 to March 23, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with a Federal Certification Label that lists an incorrect rear axle weight limit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 CC vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016, to February 3, 2016, Golf R and Tiguan vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 28, 2016, and e-Golf vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 11, 2016. Vibrations, such as those created by opening and closing a vehicle door, may cause the rear child door locks to disengage, allowing a child to open a rear door while inside the vehicle.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, S3 Sedan, R8 Coupe, A3 Sedan, A3 Etron, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 Golf Sportwagen, Golf R, Golf GTI, Golf A7, and E Golf vehicles. During air bag deployment, the front passenger air bag may explode or deploy improperly.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Golf R vehicles. Incorrect front windshield wiper software was installed which may prevent the wipers from activating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
The worst model year for the Volkswagen Golf R is the 2019 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is accessories - interior.
2016 Volkswagen Golf R vs. Class Average (Compact Cars)
This vehicle
14
Class avg
92
Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical compact cars vehicles. A good sign.
Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.
About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 14 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 4 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
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