The Volkswagen Golf Alltrack spans 2017–2020 with 4 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. It delivers up to 26 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Volkswagen Golf Alltrack is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2017 to 2020 across multiple generations.
How to read a Volkswagen Golf Alltrack VIN — every digit explained
Every Volkswagen Golf Alltrack carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Volkswagen and the country it was built in (real Volkswagen codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Golf Alltrack.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- GermanyWV1 · WV2 · WVG · WVW
- USA1V1 · 1V2 · 1VW
- Mexico3VV · 3VW · 9BW
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your Golf Alltrack, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack have?
The Volkswagen Golf Alltrack has 4 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2017–2020. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack recalls 3
Electrical System:ignition:switch
What's wrong. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Golf, Golf Alltrack, Golf Sportwagen, 2019-2020 Golf GTI, and Jetta vehicles equipped with a conventional ignition switch. The ignition switch may fail, especially in high temperature environments.
Risk. Ignition switch failure can cause the electrical system to shut down and the engine to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 1, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 28H7.
Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
What's wrong. 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. The tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four tires simultaneously. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Risk. An undetected sudden loss of pressure in all four tires increases the risk of a crash.
Fix. 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 Audis customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Audi) 45J7, and (VW) 45J6 and 45J8.
Wheels
What's wrong. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta GLI, Golf Alltrack, and Golf GTI vehicles. The front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined, potentially causing excessive stress on the wheel, wheel bolts, or wheel bearings.
Risk. The excessive stress can cause steering, traction or other stability issues or breakage relating to the front wheels, and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix. Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the wheel bearing assemblies, wheels, and wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40P1. Note: The affected owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repairs have been made.
2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack recalls 1
Unknown Or Other
What's wrong. 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.
Risk. Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of a crash or injury to vehicle occupants.
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.
Best and worst years for the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack — best- and worst-year trends will appear here once that data is in.
What are the most common Volkswagen Golf Alltrack problems?
We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint data for the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack — the most-reported problems will appear here once that data is in.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Volkswagen Golf Alltrack specifications & dimensions
The 2020 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack window sticker.
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Volkswagen Golf Alltrack cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Golf Alltrack holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 96 cu ft of passenger volume and 30 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Volkswagen Golf Alltrack tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack get?
The Volkswagen Golf Alltrack returns up to 26 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $2,400/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2020 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack (2L 4-cyl) gets 25 mpg combined and costs about $3,100/yr to fuel, emitting 354 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 5/10, smog 3/10) — about $4,500 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Golf Alltrack | 22 | 29 | $3,100 | 354 | 3/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2019 Golf Alltrack | 22 | 30 | $2,500 | 354 | 7/10 | 1.8L 4-cyl | |
| 2018 Golf Alltrack | 22 | 30 | $2,500 | 354 | 7/10 | 1.8L 4-cyl | |
| 2017 Golf Alltrack | 22 | 32 | $2,400 | 347 | 9/10 | 1.8L 4-cyl |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the Golf Alltrack stacks up against the most fuel-efficient wagons, or calculate this Golf Alltrack's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack have? Power & range
The Volkswagen Golf Alltrack is offered with 1 powertrain — 2L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl | 2.0L · 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | FWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
How much does a Volkswagen Golf Alltrack cost to own?
A used Volkswagen Golf Alltrack sells for a median of about $15,995 for a 2019 — most listed between $7,900 and $24,888, from 44 real US listings we track. That real market price is what depreciation eats into, so it's the true anchor of the cost to own:
| Year | Typical price | Market range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Golf Alltrack | $7,900–$24,888 | 8 | |
| 2018 Golf Alltrack | $12,999–$22,788 | 5 | |
| 2017 Golf Alltrack | $7,928–$13,995 | 31 |
For every model year mileage-adjusted, trade-in vs private-party vs dealer pricing and a good-deal check, see what a Golf Alltrack is worth today, or browse used-market prices across all models.
A Volkswagen Golf Alltrack depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 80% | $24,000 | −$6,000 |
| Year 2 | 70% | $21,000 | −$9,000 |
| Year 3 | 61% | $18,300 | −$11,700 |
| Year 4 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 5 | 46% | $13,800 | −$16,200 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Golf Alltrack loses about 54% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $12,000 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Golf Alltrack ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
How much is a Volkswagen Golf Alltrack to insure?
A Volkswagen Golf Alltrack costs about $992 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 31% below the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (69, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the Golf Alltrack's HLDI loss index. See Volkswagen insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Golf Alltrack yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.
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How many miles does a Volkswagen Golf Alltrack last?
A well-maintained Volkswagen Golf Alltrack typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Volkswagen Golf Alltrack’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this Golf Alltrack’s VIN free →All Volkswagen Golf Alltrack model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Golf Alltrack | 0 | — | |
| 2019 Golf Alltrack | 3 recalls | — | |
| 2018 Golf Alltrack | 0 | — | |
| 2017 Golf Alltrack | 1 recall | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the Golf Alltrack?
We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack.
How many recalls does the Golf Alltrack have?
4 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2017–2020. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Volkswagen recalls and reliability across every model.
What MPG does the Golf Alltrack get?
Up to 26 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
How many miles does a Golf Alltrack last?
A well-maintained Golf Alltrack typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Golf Alltrack reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Golf Alltrack is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack warranty?
New Volkswagen models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Volkswagen dealer.
Where is the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Golf Alltrack's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Volkswagen may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the Golf Alltrack have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.