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Volkswagen Known Issues & Problems

389 documented problems across 37 Volkswagen models. Every issue includes symptoms, repair costs, and solutions — compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, owner forums, and field reports.

389

Total Issues

37

Models Covered

173

Critical Issues

According to Au7o's analysis, Volkswagen vehicles have 389 documented known issues across 37 models, with 173 rated critical by the Au7o research team. The most commonly affected Volkswagen model is the Arteon with 10 documented issues. Full technical analysis and DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

All Volkswagen Models (37)

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3 critical10 issues

7 critical15 issues

Atlas Cross Sport

10 critical16 issues

13 critical22 issues

4 critical7 issues

1 critical3 issues

2 critical7 issues

6 critical9 issues

5 critical11 issues

3 critical4 issues

4 critical6 issues

7 critical15 issues

1 critical5 issues

4 critical14 issues

7 critical14 issues

2 critical11 issues

3 critical8 issues

12 critical20 issues

19 critical37 issues

4 critical7 issues

1 critical10 issues

7 critical10 issues

4 critical9 issues

6 critical8 issues

2 critical4 issues

3 critical8 issues

1 critical6 issues

3 critical8 issues

8 critical21 issues

Visual available

9 critical26 issues

7 critical12 issues

2 critical7 issues

3 critical9 issues

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