Body Integrity
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, loose or cracked seals and/or weather-stripping, air and water leaks.
What Owners Say
"Leaks coming from the rear windshield washer nozzle. Dealer states they have no way to repair it. MInor interior leaks also evident after going through the car wash. Previous leaks and rattles from the sunroof have been repaired but required the car to be out of service for weeks."
Anonymous, ON (2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.8T 1.8-L 4 Cyl turbo)"Significant leaking from the moonroof into the driver's A-pillar and other areas during rain. This required at least four trips to the dealership and several loaner vehicles. Dealership had to take the car twice to a body shop to complete the work. Squeaks and rattles also from the sunroof. Finally, it appears these issues have all been resolved."
Stephen Y., ON (2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.8T 1.8-L 4 Cyl turbo)"Previously described. Here is dealership’s repair order”Staining on the headliner consequential damage to the 60C7 update. Interaction ID SD1077022. Labor is causal. 602850. Headliner is stained from water leaking through cracks on the sunroof frame related to the 60C7 update. Removed and replaced headliner per water damage."
Anonymous, KY (2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.8T 1.8-L 4 Cyl turbo)"Clunking in the drivers seat, not loose on the tracks. Feels like part or the power seat assembly"
Anonymous, OR (2017 Volkswagen Golf R 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)"Obvious and aggravating rattle caused by interior trim in the hatch. It persists despite four service visits to the dealer; they are unable to repair it. Totally unacceptable on a two-year-old vehicle. Suspension components are also squeaking in dry weather on uneven pavement. A known issue, I'm told, from the particlar manufacturing cycle of my car. Again, it remains unaddressed despite multiple complaints to the dealer."
Anonymous, ON (2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.8T 1.8-L 4 Cyl turbo)"Various intermittent squeaks and rattles coming from: - Passenger seat bottom cushion - Rear center armrest - Rear hatch/cargo area - Moonroof - Driver's B-pillar - Suspension Because these were intermittent, the dealership has been unable to resolve most of these. Highly irritating!"
Stephen Y., ON (2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.8T 1.8-L 4 Cyl turbo)"Sunroof squeaks and rattles"
Janet C., NY (2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.8T 1.8-L 4 Cyl turbo)"Aggravating noise in cold weather coming from the hatch. Multiple trips to the dealer could not resolve the issue. Warm weather rattles also persist from the driver's A-pillar. Also could not be resolved. More intermittent rattles from the front armrest, driver's seat and passenger seat. Infuriating!"
Anonymous, ON (2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.8-L 4 Cyl turbo)"After factory recall/replacement of engine [less than 12K miles]a low speed intermittent squeaking of suspension occurred. Got the impression that the "dogbone" linkage between engine and Haldex was not secured. Dealership claimed not to hear creaking over 3 return trips. I gave up. Still squeaks."
Anonymous, (2017 Volkswagen Golf R)"Rattles in the first two months of ownership. Repaired by dealership"
Anonymous, ON (2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.8T 1.8-L 4 Cyl turbo)"Squeaks from the dash and door panel. It was easier for me to fix it myself than burn a day of my life at the dealer"
Anonymous, CT (2017 Volkswagen Golf R 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
"Sun roof leaked. Volkswagen was aware of the problem but did not advise me. They described the problem as the “60C7 Update” The roof headlinder and side window frame liners were badly water stained. After some reluctance on VW’s part, all repair/replacement costs were paid by VW. Dealership’s incompetence caused me to return a second time as job not completed properly first time."
Anonymous, KY (2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.8T 1.8-L 4 Cyl turbo)