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3VW2A7AU6FM••••••2015 Volkswagen GOLF
This build draws 2.8× more complaints than the average 2015 Volkswagen GOLF build (6 vs 2).
6on this build
129on the model
60builds in total
Most reportedAir Bags 2Fuel/propulsion System 1Electrical System 1Structure 1
What owners of this build wrote
StructureMar 2023
Discovered several inches of water in the spare tire boot area. The entire back seat was also soaked through. Water appears to be leaking into the car from rear pressure vents behind the bumper or from another undetermined source, posing risks including black mold and damage to…
Air BagsNov 2021
We purchased our VW Golf TDI ([XXX]) in January 2015 and have now had to replace the clock spring three times. The first two times were covered under the 69L2 limited warranty(See attached bills) but our car now has 128,000 miles and is considered ineligible. We do not…
Unknown Or OtherJul 2019
Error: service vehicle. Only leave vehicle in p position. This warning light comes on intermittently while driving for only a second or two. It occurs both highway and city driving. This has been going on since november 2018. Dealer says to ignore. Internet groups indicate a…
Fuel/propulsion SystemDec 2017
Rust on fuel filter housing discovered during 60k mile fuel filter change of 2015 golf tdi (see photo). Told this can lead to potential major damage to high pressure fuel pump if particles come off. Only use high-quality diesel so not sure how this happened
Electrical SystemNov 2017
Clock spring failure in the steering wheel disabled airbag of 2015 golf
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3VW2A7AU6FM047407 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.