Most common 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack problems
Share of the 73 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Volkswagen Golf Alltrack complaints by model year
Best Golf Alltrack years: 2019. Compare all years →
2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack recalls (1)
Unknown or other
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.
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.
What 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack owners say
Body & structure
2017 vw Golf Alltrack: have had this car for four months now and just had three days worth of rain here in michigan. The front of the headliner is completely soaked on both a-pillars and around the overhead console of the vehicle. Dealership said it was more than likely welds that didn't get smoothed down and therefore pinch the tubes that drain the trough in the sunroof area not allowing it to flow back into the opening in the car. In other words, vw sold me a car with a known defect! Now I have to turn my car in for some unknown amount of time, have them tear the inside apart, take the car to a body shop and have the body shop grind the welds down smooth, then install a new headliner in the car. That's all great (not really), but water is incredibly destructive, so what about the water that's run down the a-pillars and gotten in to the insulation in the doors? …
On or about 6.13.2019, my 2017 vw Golf Alltrack se leaked water through the light in the roof, behind the visor (driver's side) while stationary. Each time the headliner was stained, water sat in the light and it leaked all over my lap. As of 6.11.2020, it is still leaking. This appears to be a known issue and a class action suit is pending. Vw claims this is a repair defect, not a manufacture defect and only offers to cover 75% of a $12K repair on a vehicle that has 34K miles, been mostly garage kept or covered and all maintenance completed only at vw dealerships. I have filed several complaints with vw. They state that since vehicle is outside of 3 year warranty (3yr/36K mi), they are offering goodwill. …
Windows, wipers & sunroof
The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack. The contact stated that while adjusting the passenger's side rear-view mirror, the mirror glass suddenly detached from the housing, fell on the ground and shattered. The local dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 92,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack. The contact stated that the sunroof was leaking and allowing water to enter the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that they were unable to assist. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Electrical system
Bought the car from autonation in October 2021 and had condensation wet dog smell. Car was garaged until 4/2022 at which time I noticed headliner stains and water coming into wheel well, called dealer was advised to check drain tubes. I cannot. More rain more issues. Care warning lights all came on including airbag. Car has 38150 miles. VW refusing to cover under recall. Wants me to file insurance claim. Dealer did not acknowledge mold headliner issues until I called back after picking up the car. PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAKS. HEADLINER I AND CARPET IS BADLY STAINED WITH VISIBLE MOLD GROWTH. PILLAR STAINING AS WELL. WATER LEAKS FROM DOME LIGHT AND SUNROOF CONTROL BUTTONS. WATER ALSO LEAKS INTO FOOT WELL. TAKEN TO TWO DIFFERENT DEALERSHIP WHO HAVE SAID THAT IT IS LIKELY THE SUNROOF DRAINS ARE BLOCKED BY DEBRIS AND REPAIR WOULD NOT BE COVERED BY WARRANTY. …
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 the vehicle multiple times, I'm usually able to reset it and drive normally again. I'm seeking advice on how to address this problem effectively.
2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | AWD | 22 / 32 / 26 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed dual-clutch | AWD | 22 / 30 / 25 |
EPA ratings. Class: Wagon.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack a good car?
There isn't enough complaint history for the Golf Alltrack to compare model years reliably. So far owners have filed 73 complaints with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack?
The body & structure — 15 complaints, 21% of all complaints for this model year, most often about body. Next are the windows, wipers & sunroof (14) and electrical system (14).
How many recalls does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack have?
There is 1 recall for the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, the most recent from September 16, 2020 (unknown or other). 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 Golf Alltrack?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2019. See the full Volkswagen Golf Alltrack years comparison.
At what mileage do 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 12,000 miles; 88% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.