Most common 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack problems
Share of the 8 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 →
What 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack owners say
Driver assistance
Second occurrence of this issue approximately two years apart, unresolved and unaddressed by manufacturer. Driving during evening on lit city street at night traveling in lane of traffic. In normal course of driving (~25 mph) vehicle applied full brakes with no advance notice in the middle of road. Forward Collision Assist had been activated by what appeared to be a patch of ice on the road ahead. Full braking while driving posed significant risk of rear collision due to automated full brake application without input or forewarning to the driver.
Had forward collision assist (turned on by default at engine start) turned on. When entering an intersection, vehicle stopped short to a full stop right in front of a metal plate on the road in the intersection. Had there been a vehicle behind me, the system may have needlessly caused a collision.
2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed dual-clutch | AWD | 22 / 30 / 25 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | AWD | 21 / 30 / 24 |
EPA ratings. Class: Wagon.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack a good car?
That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. So far owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack?
The driver assistance — 3 complaints, 38% of all complaints for this model year, most often about automatic emergency braking. Next are the body & structure (2) and windows, wipers & sunroof (1).
How many recalls does the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack. You can still confirm with your VIN using our 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 2018 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 29,000 miles; 100% 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.