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3VWCA7AU2FM••••••2015 Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN
This build draws 2.6× more complaints than the average 2015 Volkswagen GOLF SPORTWAGEN build (7 vs 3).
7on this build
56on the model
21builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reportedElectrical System 3Suspension 2Engine 2Air Bags 1
What owners of this build wrote
Power TrainfireJun 2025
Engine fire due to exhaust equipment malfunction, if it was not attended to or noticed quickly it could lead to loss of control of vehicle, causing injury or death to occupants or other motorists. This occurred after having a recall completed
SteeringSep 2024
The emissions modification calibration by Volkswagen causes the coolant to be exposed to elevated temperatures due to higher exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) use to control emissions. These elevated higher temperatures degrade the coolant faster than designed and lead to…
Electrical SystemNov 2023
In 2019, VW issue a recall (37M2) Shift Lever Micro Switch for failing resulting in noncompliant Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention. The recall was issued for 2015-2019 Golf and 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, HOWEVER, in Canada, the recall included 2015-2019 Golf Sportwagen. I…
SuspensionAug 2023
Broken rear suspension coil spring 08/2023- found part laying on the ground under my car-
SuspensionAug 2023
I earlier made a report about my issue- but since then I discovered that BOTH rear springs were broken - multiple times- Repair was completed and I’ve attached photos of old parts Additional research shows that VW has an active recall campaign open on rear springs for the 2013…
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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 3VWCA7AU2FM506131 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.