NHTSA vehicle safety data
2013 Volkswagen Golf R Recalls & Complaints
We couldn't confirm the NHTSA recall list for the 2013 Volkswagen Golf R right now, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 4 owner complaints are on file.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2013 Volkswagen Golf R.
2013 Volkswagen Golf R owner complaints
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Volkswagen Golf R, describing incidents dated December 30, 2020 to July 17, 2022.
Most-cited components
- Air Bags 3 complaints
- Suspension 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11487898 · Filed
Failed click-spring in the steering wheel- the airbags and horn are out of commission.
ODI #11443521 · Filed
Clock spring failure with airbag error light on, and steering controls & horn not functioning. Car previously had clock spring fixed under recall in Aug 2016 (car mileage 55,619), and now had the exact same issue occur in Nov 2021 at 79,596 mi. Original recall did not fix issue, service records…
ODI #11434569 · Filed
7 times now, I have heard a “pop” while turning the steering wheel & the airbag light has come on. The horn will not work after this happens. Each time, it has occurred at low speed, whilst making a turn or merely backing out of my driveway. 6 times of the 7 times, I have taken it to the Hansel VW…
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Check your 2013 Volkswagen Golf R VIN
Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Volkswagen Golf R at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.
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