Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R and Atlas, 2017 Golf Alltrack and E-Golf and 2016-2018 Passat 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 various Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
- Consequence
- Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of a crash or injury to vehicle occupants.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners and will repurchase the vehicles. The recall began October 6, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01E9.
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Owner complaints (73)
73 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 73 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 23 | 31.5% |
| Structure | 15 | 20.5% |
| Electrical system | 14 | 19.2% |
| Air bags | 11 | 15.1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 10 | 13.7% |
| Power train | 8 | 11% |
| Engine | 7 | 9.6% |
| Suspension | 5 | 6.8% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 5.5% |
| Steering | 4 | 5.5% |
How 2017 compares with other Golf Alltrack years
Best and worst Golf Alltrack years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 73 | 1 |
| 2018 | 8 | 0 |
| 2019 | 19 | 3 |
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 26 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,600
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 347 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Station Wagons
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 32 / 26 | $2,600 | 347 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | $2,700 | 354 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2017 Golf Alltrack 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
2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack FAQ
How many recalls does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 20V561000 (unknown or other). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack problems?
Owners filed 73 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (23), Structure (15), Electrical system (14) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack get?
EPA rates the 1.8 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual version at 22 city, 32 highway and 26 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2017 Golf Alltrack compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack model years at least five years old, the 2018 drew the fewest complaints (8) and the 2017 the most (73). The 2017 drew 73. 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.