Most common 2019 Volkswagen Golf R problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Volkswagen Golf R complaints by model year
Best Golf R years: 2019, 2018. Compare all years →
2019 Volkswagen Golf R recalls (2)
Tires › Pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan LWB, Golf Sportswagen A7, Golf Alltrack, Golf R GP, Audi Q3, Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas, Golf A7, Audi A3, 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021 Atlas FL vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi's customer service at…
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Touareg GP, Tiguan, Golf A6, E-Golf GP, CCF, 2016-2017 Passat GP, 2018-2019 Golf R GP, and 2018 Atlas vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will repurchase the vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01F1.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R:
Fuel Leak due to Suction Jet Pump Failure within Fuel Tank (Remedy Effectiveness of Recall 16V647)
On December 12, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened RQ23-007 to investigate the remedy repair effectiveness and scope of Volkswagen (VW) recall 16V-647. Recall 16V-647 was issued on September 2, 2016, for a defective suction jet pump (SJP) inside the fuel tank. Failure of the SJP could lead to a fuel leak from the vehicle.
2019 Volkswagen Golf R engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 7-speed dual-clutch | AWD | 23 / 30 / 26 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | AWD | 21 / 29 / 24 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Golf R rates average: 27% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Golf R at the same age. It is one of the best Golf R years by this measure. 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 2019 Volkswagen Golf R?
The driver assistance — 2 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year, most often about adaptive cruise control. Next are the brakes (1) and stability & traction control (1).
How many recalls does the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2019 Volkswagen Golf R, the most recent from October 31, 2022 (pressure monitoring and regulating systems). 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 R?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2019 and 2018. See the full Volkswagen Golf R years comparison.
At what mileage do 2019 Volkswagen Golf R problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 10,000 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.