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2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack recalls and problems

1 recall and 73 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack.

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recalls
73
owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack recalls

Unknown or other

NHTSA campaign 20V561000 · reported September 16, 2020 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 23 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of a crash or injury to vehicle occupants.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 21, 2026 · Structure

2017 VW Golf Alltrack SEL, purchased … CPO. DEFECT: The panoramic sunroof frame's wind-deflector storage channel is separate from the primary, drained water channel and has no drain of its own. During rain, with the vehicle parked nose-up (uphill), water bypasses the inner glass-to-frame perimeter seal and collects in…

Jun 10, 2026 · Electrical system

Car battery spontaneously exploded when trying to start the car.

Dec 9, 2025 · Electrical system

Infotainment system is restarting itself repeatedly every 30 seconds to every few minutes.This has been going on for about 2 weeks. The component has not yet been inspected by a 3rd party.

Jan 13, 2025 · Power train · 170,000 miles

The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle and shifting to the park, the contact turned off the vehicle and the vehicle rolled backward. The driver depressed the brake pedal and activated the parking brake to stop the vehicle from rolling. The cause of the…

Jan 13, 2025 · Engine

I've been experiencing a recurring issue with my vehicle where the EPC light frequently activates. When this happens, the car significantly reduces its speed, making it difficult to drive safely. I've noticed this situation over the past six to eight months, and it typically requires me to pull over. After turning off…

Golf Alltrack model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2017 17300
2018 0800
2019 31910

All Volkswagen Golf Alltrack years →

Questions

Does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, the most recent reported on September 16, 2020 (Unknown or other). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack?
Owners have filed 73 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (23 complaints), followed by structure (15).
How many 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 73 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 21, 2026.