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VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (1990–2025) — Technical Guide, Fault Codes & Maintenance
Built 1990–2025 · all production years covered on this single page
2.0L I4 TDI 150 • Diesel
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Repair cost4.9
Parts & repairability4.4
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Der Volkswagen Golf (1990–2025) verwendet Castrol Edge 0W-20 Motoröl. Angetrieben von einem 2.0L I4 TDI 150-Motor. Seine OEM-Reifengröße ist 215/55 R16. Nutzen Sie die Abschnitte unten für verifizierte Betriebsstoffe, Batterie, OEM-Reifen, den Wartungsplan, die empfohlenen Ersatzteile und die am häufigsten gemeldeten OBD2-Fehlercodes für dieses Fahrzeug.
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Betriebsstoffe und Schmierstoffe
Batterie
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HÄUFIGE PROBLEME
Engine overheatingFREQUENT
Engine temperature over limits — check coolant level, thermostat and radiator.
Verwandte Codes: P0217
Oil pressure sensor: low signalFREQUENT
ECU detects insufficient oil pressure — check oil level and sensor.
Verwandte Codes: P0522
Insufficient oil pressureFREQUENT
Oil pressure below critical threshold — stop the engine and check immediately.
Verwandte Codes: P0524
Engine control module (PCM) faultFREQUENT
Faulty ECU processor — requires specialist workshop diagnosis.
Verwandte Codes: P0606
Throttle actuatorFREQUENT
Throttle actuator motor circuit open — loss of throttle response.
Verwandte Codes: P2100
HÄUFIGE REPARATUREN
Vordere Bremsbeläge
Schwierigkeit: Einfach
1.0h
€70 – €90
Hintere Bremsbeläge
Schwierigkeit: Mittel
1.1h
€77 – €99
Motorölwechsel
Schwierigkeit: Einfach
0.5h
€35 – €45
ABS Module
Schwierigkeit: Schwer
2.7h
€189 – €243
DURCHSCHNITTLICHE RICHTKOSTEN
Die Preise können je nach Region und Werkstatt variieren.
Komplette Wartung
€ 120 – € 200
Komplette Bremsen
€ 180 – € 300
Zündkerzenwechsel
€ 80 – € 140
Elektronische Diagnose
€ 40 – € 70
OFFIZIELLE ARBEITSZEITEN (OLP)
Standard-Arbeitsstunden aus einer Datenbank mit über 6,6 Millionen realen Werkstattvorgängen, mit einer Richtschätzung der Arbeitskosten für Ihr Land.
Bremsen8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| ABS Module | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| ABS Pump | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| ABS Tone Ring | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Brake Bleed - All Four | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Brake Booster | 2.8h | € 125–€ 210 |
| Brake Booster Check Valve | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
Kühlung8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Coolant Bypass Pipe | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Coolant Flush | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| Coolant Reservoir | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Coolant Temperature Sensor | 0.5h | € 22–€ 37 |
| Cooling Fan Assembly | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Cooling Fan Clutch | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Cooling Fan Motor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Cooling Fan Relay | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
Elektrik8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag - Driver | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Airbag - Passenger | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Airbag - Side | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Airbag Module/Computer | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Alternator | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Alternator Belt | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Amplifier | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Antenna | 0.5h | € 22–€ 37 |
Motor8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Boost Pressure Sensor | 2.8h | € 125–€ 210 |
| Camshaft Position Sensor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Camshaft R&R | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
| Connecting Rod Bearings | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Crankshaft R&R | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Cylinder Head R&R | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
| Cylinder Head Resurface | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
Abgasanlage8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Air Injection Check Valve | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Catalytic Converter - California | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Catalytic Converter - Universal | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| DEF Injector | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
| DEF Tank | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| DPF Delete Pipe | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Diesel Particulate Filter | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
Kraftstoffsystem8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Canister | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| EVAP Purge Valve | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| EVAP Vent Valve | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Fuel Cap | 0.3h | € 13–€ 22 |
| Fuel Filler Neck | 2.8h | € 125–€ 210 |
| Fuel Filter | 0.5h | € 22–€ 37 |
| Fuel Filter - In-Tank | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
| Fuel Injector - Single | 2.8h | € 125–€ 210 |
Klimatechnik8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| AC Accumulator | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Clutch Coil | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| AC Compressor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Compressor Clutch | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Compressor Oil Add | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Condenser | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Evaporator | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Expansion Valve (TXV) | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
Lenkung8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Center Link/Drag Link | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Electric Power Steering Module | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Electric Power Steering Motor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Idler Arm | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
| Pitman Arm | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Power Steering Fluid Flush | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Power Steering Gear Box | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Power Steering Hose - High Pressure | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
Fahrwerk8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Air Line | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Air Spring/Air Bag | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Air Suspension Compressor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Air Suspension Height Sensor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Air Suspension Valve Block | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Ball Joint - Lower | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Ball Joint - Upper | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Ball Joints - Upper and Lower | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
Getriebe8 Vorgänge
| Vorgang | Arbeitsstunden (OLP) | Gesch. Arbeitskosten |
|---|---|---|
| Kickdown Cable | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Neutral Safety Switch | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Overdrive Solenoid | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Shift Cable | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Shift Linkage | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Shift Solenoid - Single | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Shift Solenoids - All | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Torque Converter | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
WERKSTATT-STUNDENSÄTZE NACH LAND
Durchschnittliche Stundensätze unabhängiger Werkstätten, zur Schätzung der Reparaturkosten in Ihrem Land.
🇩🇪Deutschland€95/h
🇪🇸Spanien€55/h
🇫🇷Frankreich€75/h
🇮🇹Italien€45/h
🇬🇧Vereinigtes Königreich£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Referenzsatz
€95/h
Quelle: Eurostat 2024
💧 BETRIEBSSTOFFE UND SCHMIERSTOFFE
📋 RÜCKRUFE UND BULLETINS (55)
NHTSA 22V815000
Tires › Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Date: 31/10/2022
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan LWB, Golf Sportswagen A7, Golf Alltrack, Golf R GP, Audi Q3, Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas, Golf A7, Audi A3, 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021 Atlas…
NHTSA 02V031000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Date: 31/01/2002
ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, SHORT CIRCUITS CAN OCCUR WITHIN THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS).
NHTSA 23V604000
Electrical System › Ignition › Switch
Date: 30/08/2023
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Golf, Golf Alltrack, Golf Sportwagen, 2019-2020 Golf GTI, and Jetta vehicles equipped with a conventional ignition switch. The ignition switch may fail, especially in high temperature environments.
NHTSA 16V955000
Seat Belts › Pretensioner
Date: 29/12/2016
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi A7, A4, A6, Volkswagen Golf and Tiguan vehicles and 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf vehicles for driver frontal air bags, passenger frontal air bags or head air bags that may not deploy properly. Add…
NHTSA 07E023000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder
Date: 29/03/2007
CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MAS…
NHTSA 07E023000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder
Date: 29/03/2007
CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MAS…
NHTSA 22V543000
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module
Date: 27/07/2022
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…
NHTSA 15V705000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine
Date: 26/10/2015
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…
NHTSA 20V372000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 24/06/2020
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling two 2018 Golf GTI vehicles. The VIN printed on the Federal Certification label may not match the actual VIN on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certificatio…
NHTSA 15V028000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail
Date: 23/01/2015
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jetta vehicles manufactured March 28, 2014, to November 24, 2014, 2014-2015 Passat vehicles manufactured April 7, 2014, to November 18, 2014, 2015 Golf and GTI vehicles manufactured July 1, 2…
NHTSA 19V615000
Electrical System › Ignition › Anti-Theft › Control Module
Date: 22/08/2019
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 e…
NHTSA 03V155000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 22/04/2003
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.8L VR6 ENGINES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE RECOMMENDED COLD TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE PUBLISHED ON THE LABEL FOR TIRES OF THE SIZE 205/50 R15 86H IS…
NHTSA 16V913000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Date: 20/12/2016
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta A5 Sedan, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, Eos, GTI, Rabbit and Audi A3 vehicles, and 2010 Volkswagen Golf A6 vehicles. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fai…
NHTSA 00V280000
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Upper Arm
Date: 20/09/2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. ONE OF TWO BRACKETS USED TO BOLT THE FRONT SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE TO THE BODY STRUCTURE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN WELDED SUFFICIENTLY.
NHTSA 95V178000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Fan
Date: 20/09/1995
IMPROPER MATERIAL WAS USED IN MANUFACTURING THE RADIATOR FAN MOTOR SHAFT CAUSING THE SHAFT TO WEAR AND BECOME NOISY.
NHTSA 07V063000
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Date: 20/02/2007
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER, WAGON, AND CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OR WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION IF IT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.
NHTSA 07V063000
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Date: 20/02/2007
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER, WAGON, AND CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OR WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION IF IT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.
NHTSA 18V904000
Suspension › Rear › Springs › Coil Springs
Date: 19/12/2018
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
NHTSA 05V154000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Date: 19/04/2005
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GASOLINE ENGINES AND DOUBLE-LAYER FUEL TANKS, TENSION ON THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP SUPPLY NIPPLE TO CRACK WHICH COULD RESULT IN A LEAK.
NHTSA 20V716000
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
Date: 18/11/2020
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan LWB, Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas FL and Arteon vehicles. The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system …
NHTSA 95E034000
Vehicle Speed Control
Date: 18/08/1995
WHEN INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLES, A TIE WRAP IS USED TO GUIDE THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. SOME TIE WRAPS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH A LARGE LOOP OPENING IMPROPERLY GUIDING THE CABLE WHICH COULD PREVENT THE THROTTLE FROM RETURNING TO ITS FULL IDLE POSITION.
NHTSA 98V195000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 17/08/1998
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR BRAKE LINE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS ROUTED TOO CLOSE TO THE CORNER OF THE FUEL TANK. THE LINE COULD BE DAMAGED BY CHAFING AGAINST THE FUEL TANK.
NHTSA 15V229000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Date: 17/04/2015
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Volkswagen Golf, and GTI manufactured on February 17, 2014, to May 22, 2014, and Audi A3 manufactured on February 16, 2013, to April 23, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fue…
NHTSA 04V584000
Exterior Lighting › Hazard Flashing Warning Lights › Switch
Date: 16/12/2004
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE HAZARD SWITCH AND FLASHER SYSTEM FUNCTION MAY DEGRADE OVER TIME BECAUSE OF DISTORTION AND MATERIAL TRANSFER OF THE CONTACTS OF CERTAIN HAZARD SWITCH RELAYS WHICH OCCURS DUE TO SUBSTANTIALLY INCREASED ELECTRICAL CURRENT LOAD FROM HIGHER WATTAGE T…
NHTSA 98V160000
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch
Date: 16/07/1998
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BOLTS SECURING THE FRONT HOOD LATCH CAN LOOSEN OVER TIME. THE LATCH WOULD MOVE CAUSING DISENGAGEMENT OF THE HOOD STRIKER FROM THE LATCH.
NHTSA 18V329000
Unknown Or Other
Date: 16/05/2018
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 …
NHTSA 04V586000
Fuel System, Diesel
Date: 15/12/2004
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE HIGH PRESSURE DIESEL PUMPS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPER FASTENER, WHICH COULD ALLOW DIESEL FUEL TO ESCAPE FROM THE PUMP.
NHTSA 92V058000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 14/04/1992
THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL DISTRIBUTION RAIL ON THE ENGINE MAY SHRINK BEYOND THE CLAMP FORCE OF THE FUEL HOSE CLAMPS, ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.
NHTSA 92V050000
Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Heater Core
Date: 14/04/1992
THE END CAP CONNECTING THE HEAT EXCHANGER'S CORE TO THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM COULD RUPTURE AND ALLOW HOT COOLANT TO ESCAPE INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
NHTSA 24V110000
Fuel System, Gasoline
Date: 14/02/2024
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 20…
NHTSA 18V406000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 13/06/2018
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2003 Volkswagen Passat sedan, Jetta, Jetta wagon, Golf, EuroVan, EuroVan Camper Van and EuroVan Chassis vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflat…
NHTSA 95V054000
Equipment › Mechanical › Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift
Date: 13/03/1995
THE JACKS SUPPLIED WITH THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH AN IMPROPERLY MACHINED SPINDLE, SO THAT A SHARP RIDGE ON THE EDGE OF SPINDLE'S THREAD WOULD HAVE REMAINED.
NHTSA 02V244000
Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual
Date: 12/09/2002
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." CHILD SEAT ANCHORAGES INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE'S REAR SEATS MUST BE IDENTIFIED BY MARKINGS, AND THEIR LOCATION AND USE BE DESCRIBED …
NHTSA 19V879000
Wheels
Date: 11/12/2019
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta GLI, Golf Alltrack, and Golf GTI vehicles. The front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined, potentially causing excessive stress on the wheel, wheel bolts, or wheel bearings.
NHTSA 18V464000
Steering › Column Locking › Anti-Theft Device
Date: 11/07/2018
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 "…
NHTSA 09E025000
Exterior Lighting › Headlights
Date: 11/05/2009
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS…
NHTSA 16V078000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 10/02/2016
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of …
NHTSA 15V627000
Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive
Date: 07/10/2015
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jetta vehicles manufactured September 8, 2014, to November 28, 2014, Golf vehicles manufactured April 2, 2014, to December 3, 2014, and E-Golf vehicles manufactured July 26, 2014, to October 18, 2…
NHTSA 16V647000
Fuel System, Gasoline
Date: 07/09/2016
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 (EVA…
NHTSA 14V412000
Steering
Date: 07/07/2014
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Golf and GTI vehicles manufactured January 27, 2014, to May 12, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the stabilizer link fasteners may come loose and possibly interfere with the steering of the vehicl…
NHTSA 09E012000
Exterior Lighting
Date: 07/04/2009
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS…
NHTSA 14E007000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine
Date: 07/03/2014
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a bl…
NHTSA 14E007000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine
Date: 07/03/2014
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a bl…
NHTSA 90V142000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper
Date: 06/08/1990
OMISSION OF AIR DUCTS INTENDED TO GUIDE FLOW OF COOLING AIR TO LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS COULD ALLOW BRAKE FLUID TO EXCEED ALLOWABLE OPERATING TEMPERATURE UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS.
NHTSA 16V403000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail
Date: 06/06/2016
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 manu…
NHTSA 19V188000
Suspension › Rear › Springs › Coil Springs
Date: 06/03/2019
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.
NHTSA 18V148000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 06/03/2018
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen CC, 2010-2014 Golf, 2010-2014 Eos, 2007-2010 Passat Sedan and Wagon, and 2012-2014 Passat vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the…
NHTSA 21V321000
Unknown Or Other
Date: 05/05/2021
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Touareg GP, Tiguan, Golf A6, E-Golf GP, CCF, 2016-2017 Passat GP, 2018-2019 Golf R GP, and 2018 Atlas vehicles. These internal-use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applica…
NHTSA 99V022000
Structure › Frame And Members
Date: 05/02/1999
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SOUND ABSORBING MAT ATTACHED TO THE INSIDE OF THE B-PILLAR SIDE TRIM PANEL COULD HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. SURFACE AND EDGES OF THE MAT COULD HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING THE ASSEMBLY PROCESS. IT COULD IGNITE WHEN EXPOSED TO THE …
NHTSA 19V862000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 04/12/2019
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Passat, 2011-2014 Golf A6, and 2011-2013 Audi A3 diesel vehicles, thought to have been previously repaired under one of the Takata air bag recalls. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to…
NHTSA 15V483000
Air Bags › Frontal
Date: 04/08/2015
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010-2013 Eos, 2011-2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012-2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, debris may contaminate the air bag clock …
NHTSA 11V490000
Fuel System, Diesel
Date: 03/10/2011
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL 2009-2012 JETTA AND JETTA SPORTWAGEN VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2008 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2009 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 AUDI A3 VEHICLES, MAN…
NHTSA 93V129000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 02/08/1993
AN ENGINE PREHEATING TUBE MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SUPPORTED DUE TO A MISSING SUPPORT BRACKET, CAUSING THE PREHEATING TUBE TO CHAFE AGAINST THE RIGHT FRONT METAL BRAKE LINE. THIS CAN DAMAGE THE HYDRAULIC LINE, CAUSING BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE AND DIMINISHED BRAKING IN ONE BRAKE CIRCUIT.
NHTSA 18V369000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper
Date: 01/06/2018
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, Passat, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Golf, Golf SportWagen and GTI and Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reduc…
NHTSA 06E018000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Date: 01/03/2006
CERTAIN HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSES, P/N 171.611.107B, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 1975-1985 VOLKSWAGEN (VW) RABBIT; 1985-1992 VW GOLF; AND 1980-1992 VW JETTA PASSENGER VEHICLES. POSSIBLE BRAKE HOSE RUPTURE COULD OCCUR WHICH FAILS TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR…
HÄUFIGE ZU PRÜFENDE OBD2-CODES
P0420
P0420
Powertrain
P0171
P0171
Powertrain
P0300
P0300
Powertrain
P0441
EVAP Incorrect Purge Flow
Powertrain
P0128
P0128
Powertrain
P0455
P0455
Powertrain
P0700
P0700
Transmission
P0507
Idle Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected
Powertrain
P0174
System Too Lean Bank 2
Powertrain
Alle für dieses Fahrzeug dokumentierten Fehlercodes
Die am besten dokumentierten Diagnosecodes für dieses Modell, nach System und Schweregrad. Tippen Sie auf einen Code für die vollständige Anleitung.
P3893
powertrain
HOCHP3892
powertrain
MITTELP3891
powertrain
MITTELP3890
powertrain
MITTELP3881
powertrain
HOCHP3880
powertrain
HOCHP3871
powertrain
KRITISCHP3870
powertrain
MITTELP3852
powertrain
KRITISCHP3851
powertrain
HOCHP3850
powertrain
MITTELP3839
powertrain
MITTELP3838
powertrain
MITTELP3837
powertrain
MITTELP3836
powertrain
MITTELP3835
powertrain
MITTELP3834
powertrain
MITTELP3833
powertrain
HOCHP3832
powertrain
HOCHP3831
powertrain
MITTEL
KONTROLLLEUCHTEN — UNIVERSELLER LEITFADEN
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🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
Brake System WarningBrakes
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
Doors OpenChassis
Hood Open DualChassis
Trunk Open DualChassis
Ignition MalfunctionEngine
WheelEngine
Lights Ignition Steering MalfunctionChassis
Dsg Transmission Too HotTransmission
Electronic Parking Brake EngagedBrakes
Brake System MalfunctionBrakes
Brake WearBrakes
Engine CoolantEngine
Engine Oil Pressure LowEngine
12V Alternator MalfunctionElectrical
Cruise Control MalfunctionADAS
Brake PedalBrakes
Front Assist Collision WarningADAS
Differential Lock MalfunctionEngine
AdblueFuel
Error In Hybrid SystemElectrical
Central Warning LightLighting
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
ABS WarningBrakes
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
AdBlue Level Low (VW) (Volkswagen)Emissions
EPC — Engine Control (VW) (Volkswagen)Engine
Glow Plug Fault (VW) (Volkswagen)Engine
DSG Fault (Volkswagen)Transmission
TpmsTyres
Open Rear LidEngine
Ignition Switch Starter ButtonEngine
Electronic ImmobilizerEngine
Fuel Tank Almost EmptyFuel
Front Fog Lights Switched OnLighting
Parking Lights Switched OnBrakes
Driving Lights Burned OutLighting
Adaptive Front Lighting System MalfunctionLighting
Headlight Range Adjustment MalfunctionLighting
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
DPF Regeneration (VW) (Volkswagen)Emissions
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
Door Open WarningBody
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
GEMELDETE BESCHWERDEN & PROBLEME (NHTSA)
1473 Beschwerden von Haltern bei der US-amerikanischen National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) für Volkswagen Golf über die Modelljahre 1990–2025. Es sind echte, verifizierte Meldungen von Fahrzeughaltern.
58 crash reports 29 fires 71 injuries 1 death
Beschwerden nach Modelljahr (die häufigsten zuerst)
Modelljahr 2017186
Modelljahr 2015127
Modelljahr 2001125
Modelljahr 2011110
Modelljahr 2000100
Modelljahr 201684
Modelljahr 201981
Modelljahr 200273
Am häufigsten gemeldete Bauteile (alle Jahre)
Electrical System207
Air Bags203
Fuel/Propulsion System169
Engine152
Power Train131
Engine And Engine Cooling120
Beispiele für Meldungen
Driving on interstate at 70 mph with cruise control on when car suddenly slowed and warning lights began flashing. I slowed to 60 mph and within a minute the engine shut off and was almost rear ended by a semi truck before I could get t… (MY 2011)
PURCHASED A USED 2017 VW ALLTRACK APRIL 2 YEARS AGO. PRESENTLY HAS ~30K MILES. CHRISTMAS DAY THIS YEAR, 4 WARNING LIGHTS APPEARED LIT-UP IN THE CONSOLE-AIR-BAG, TIRE PRESSURE, ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE IT… (MY 2017)
FIRST SYMPTON WAS A FAULTY WARNING LIGHT STATING, INCORRECTLY, THAT A BULB WAS DEAD. REPLACED HEADLIGHTS UNDER ADVICE FROM DEALER THAT THE ERROR WAS DUE TO FAULTY VOLTAGE FROM A DYING BULB. CONDITION WORSENED. INFORMATION CENTER BEGAN… (MY 2010)
VW DEALER PERFORMED 2ND REQUIRED TIMING BELT/WATER PUMP CHANGE AT 154626 MILES, 5400 EARLIER THAN REQUIRED, AT APPROX 183600 MILES, 30K MILES LATER WATER PUMP FAILED UPON REMOVAL OF WATER PUMP FOUND PLASTIC IMPELLER SLIPPING / NOT ATTACH… (MY 2001)
Quelle: NHTSA-Beschwerdedatenbank (U.S. data.gov). Die Daten decken die Produktionsjahre 1990–2025 ab.
Häufige Fragen
What tyres does the Volkswagen Golf (1990–2025) use?
The original OEM tyre size for the Volkswagen Golf (1990–2025) is 215/55 R16. Compatible alternative sizes: ["245/45R19", "205/55R16", "205/50R17"]. See the Tyres section on this page to compare offers from the main suppliers.
What engine oil should I use on the Volkswagen Golf (1990–2025)?
The engine oil specification for the Volkswagen Golf (1990–2025) is Castrol Edge 0W-20. Always use the viscosity grade approved by the manufacturer: a different oil can reduce engine protection and void the warranty. Check the change interval in the Maintenance section.
Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Volkswagen Golf (1990–2025)?
Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.
How often should the Volkswagen Golf (1990–2025) be serviced?
Routine maintenance for the Volkswagen Golf (1990–2025) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.
This spec sheet is updated with data verified from OEM sources and shop databases. If you spot an inaccuracy or have additional data on the Volkswagen Golf (1990–2025), let us know — every correction improves quality for all users.