2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF Complaints and Recall Information
The 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF has 1 complaint and 13 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues involving fuel leaks that present a fire hazard. One complaint describes gasoline leaking from the vehicle despite inspections finding no damage to fuel lines or the tank, and difficulty obtaining recall repairs without additional charges.
Common Issues
- Fuel leakage. A reported incident involved a large gasoline leak that was not traced to the fuel lines or tank, causing fire risk concerns.
There are 13 recalls for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf affecting multiple systems including the engine, fuel, brakes, ignition, airbags, suspension, and emissions. These recalls address safety defects that may impact braking performance, fuel system integrity, vehicle rollaway prevention, airbag deployment, and structural components.
Recalls
- Brake vacuum pump camshaft lobe. Camp no 15V705000 affects 91,867 vehicles. The camshaft lobe driving the brake vacuum pump may shear off, causing loss of brake assist and increased stopping distance. Dealers will update the engine control module software at no cost.
- Fuel suction pump seal. Camp no 24V110000 impacts 261,257 vehicles. A faulty suction jet pump seal inside the fuel tank may cause fuel to leak from the EVAP system, raising fire risk. Dealers will replace the suction pump free of charge. This expands and supersedes recall 16V-647.
- Ignition anti-theft control module. Camp no 19V615000 covers 679,027 vehicles. Silicate build-up on the shift lever micro switch contacts may allow key removal when not in "Park," increasing rollaway risk. Dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board at no charge.
- Front passenger airbag inflator. Camp no 22V543000 affects 1,216 vehicles. The airbag may explode or deploy improperly, risking occupant injury from metal fragments or insufficient restraint. Dealers will replace the airbag module free of charge.
- Fuel rail detachment. Camp no 16V403000 concerns 55 vehicles. The fuel rail may detach from the cylinder head causing a fuel leak and potential fire hazard. Dealers will replace cylinder heads free of charge.
- Fuel system suction pump and EVAP leak. Camp no 16V647000 affects 110,042 vehicles. Fuel may accumulate and leak from the EVAP system causing fire risk. Dealers will replace the suction pump at no cost. This recall has been superseded by 24V110000.
- Rear coil springs fracture. Camp no 19V188000 involves 56,173 vehicles. Premature coil spring fractures can damage rear tires, risking loss of control. Dealers will replace rear axle coil springs free of charge.
- Regulatory compliance modifications. Camp no 18V329000 covers 252 vehicles. Vehicles may not comply with some regulatory requirements increasing crash or injury risk. Dealers will repair or repurchase affected vehicles free of charge.
- Shift lever micro switch build-up. Camp no 18V464000 includes 33,168 vehicles. Silicate build-up may allow key removal when not in "Park," risking rollaway. Dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board at no cost.
Owners with repeated repair issues, unresolved recall work, or safety-related defects may have rights under state lemon laws. Those affected should consult appropriate legal resources for guidance.
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF Summary
2016
Model Year
1
Total Complaints
9
Total Recalls
1233057
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
261257 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain front-wheel drive 2015-2020 Audi A3 Sedan, 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 2018 Golf Sportwagen GP, 2018-2019 Golf Sportwagen A7, 2015-2017 Golf Sportwagen, 2015-2020 Golf GTI, and 2015-2020 Golf A7 vehicles. Due to a problem with a suction jet pump seal inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system and possibly leak out of the charcoal canister.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
1216 vehicles affected
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.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in serious injury or death. An improper air bag deployment may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
679027 vehicles affected
STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."
Risk: Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
56173 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
Risk: If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
33168 vehicles affected
STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Volkswagen Golf and Golf Sportwagen vehicles. The build of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition while the vehicle shift lever is not in "Park." As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Risk: Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
252 vehicles affected
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Risk: If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
110042 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system.
Risk: As fuel accumulates in the EVAP system, it may leak out through the charcoal canister filter element. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
55 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 Jetta vehicles manufactured October 31, 2015, to January 21, 2016, 2016 Passat vehicles, equipped with 1.8T engines manufactured November 13, 2015, to December 9, 2015, and 2016 Golf vehicles manufactured November 5, 2015, to November 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the fuel rail may detach from the cylinder head and result in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle fire.
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
91867 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.
Risk: If the camshaft lobe shears off there would be a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
ID: 2085021FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I was driving my vehicle on the highway when a driver stopped me and warned me that my vehicle was leaking a huge amount of gasoline. I had a technician inspect the car to see if it might be a fuel line, the technician told me the fuel.lines were good and there were no signs of the gas coming from the lines and no cracks on the tank either. I received a letter from Volkswagen about the recall and I researched it and it says that if that is the problem the car would be leaking gas and it was dangerous as an ignition might cause a fire. I towed my vehicle to the Volkswagen here in Laredo after calling and speaking to someone from service and told yes I could bring it in and the recall part would be replaced free but I would have to leave the vehicle there. When I arrived they told me I would have to pay a diagnostic of 185 dlls and the repair. Which was not what I was told when I called earlier. So I had to pay again to have the vehicle removed from the premises without having the recall part changed.