Most common 2023 Volkswagen Arteon problems
Share of the 14 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Volkswagen Arteon complaints by model year
Best Arteon years: 2022. Years to avoid: 2023. Compare all years →
2023 Volkswagen Arteon recalls (1)
Back over prevention › Software
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tiguan, 2023 Arteon, and 2024-2025 Audi Q3 vehicles. An error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended.
Remedy: Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners April 3, 2024, and Volkswagen owners November 18, 2025.Volkswagen owners will receive a second…
What 2023 Volkswagen Arteon owners say
Wheels & tires
I am reporting a severe vehicle safety hazard introduced by Boston Volkswagen and ignored by Volkswagen Group of America. The dealership delivered a 2023 Volkswagen Arteon with an incorrect, non-factory wheel offset and tire configuration that dramatically alters the engineered suspension geometry, creating a high risk of tire contact against suspension struts and brake lines. Due to widespread public records of consumer deceit at this location, I have not contacted Boston Volkswagen directly. I escalated this vehicle safety concern directly to the manufacturer, Volkswagen Group of America (Case Ref: 2026-09-10-07714101). VW of USA is ignoring the danger of this mechanical configuration and refusing to issue a safety directive or corporate remedy, deflecting the matter entirely. …
I was driving on city streets at normal speed during a rainy day. I turned right from one road to another road, and as I started to accelerate out of the right turn, my driver side front tire blew out and the TPMS started screaming because it read the tire pressure as 0. I immediately pulled over and checked the tire and saw a huge gash on the side wall, close to the rim. The road I was on was not pristine or super smooth, but it did NOT have any large bumps or potholes and I wasn't going that fast to begin with. I have only had this car for a couple of months and it only has approximately 1,000 miles on it. If this had happened at highway speeds I think it would have been much more dangerous. I had to call roadside assistance to change the tire for me. …
2023 Volkswagen Arteon engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 7-speed dual-clutch | FWD | 25 / 33 / 28 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 7-speed dual-clutch | AWD | 22 / 31 / 25 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon a good car?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2023 Arteon rates use caution: 2.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the Arteon at the same age. It is one of the Arteon years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon?
The wheels & tires — 14 complaints, 100% of all complaints for this model year, most often about sidewall.
How many recalls does the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon have?
There is 1 recall for the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon, the most recent from February 12, 2025 (software). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Volkswagen Arteon?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2022. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2023. See the full Volkswagen Arteon years comparison.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.