2019 Volkswagen Golf R: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R: 2 recalls, 6 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Other / unknown Vehicle recall #21V321000 · 2021 · 46 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 applicable regulatory requirements and May have been modified prior to sale. As such, these vehicles May fail to comply with the requirements of…
Why it matters: Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements May have an increased risk of injury, crash, or fire.
The fix: Volkswagen will repurchase the vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2021.
Tires Vehicle recall #22V815000 · 2022 · 296,044 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 fl vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system May not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four…
Why it matters: An undetected sudden loss of pressure in all four tires increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Forward collision avoidance (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Stability control (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2019 Volkswagen Golf R has 6 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 12 Golf R model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 7). Complaints peaked in 2023 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 8,950 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (9 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | Premium |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2019 Volkswagen Golf R problems?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance (2), brakes (1), stability control (1).
What gas mileage does the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (AM-S7)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2019 Volkswagen Golf R repair manual?
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