Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Incorrectly Welded Rear Seat Guide Sleeves
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf and Golf R vehicles, and Audi A3 Sedan and RS3 vehicles. The rear seat frame head restraint guide sleeves may be incorrectly welded to the seat frame.
- Consequence
- If the guide sleeves are incorrectly welded, in the event of a crash, the rear seat head restraints may have reduced stability, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners, and dealers will inspect the guide sleeves for incorrect welds, replacing the rear seat frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 72H8 (VW) and 72H9(Audi).
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Owner complaints (1)
1 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 1 | 100% |
How 2018 compares with other e-Golf years
Best and worst e-Golf years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 29 | 3 |
| 2016 | 18 | 5 |
| 2017 | 1 | 2 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 | 6 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 119 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $650
- CO₂ tailpipe
- —
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 119 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric · Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 126 / 111 / 119 | $650 | — |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2018 e-Golf for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2018 Volkswagen e-Golf FAQ
How many recalls does the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 18V803000 (seat). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf problems?
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf get?
EPA rates the Electric · Automatic version at 126 city, 111 highway and 119 combined mpg.
How does the 2018 e-Golf compare with other years?
Among the 2015–2019 Volkswagen e-Golf model years at least five years old, the 2017 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2015 the most (29). The 2018 drew 1. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.