Table 1 shows two common wheel related problems of the 2016 Volkswagen Golf.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wheel problems | |
| Wheel Rim problems |
Continental procontact� TX 195/65r15 rt rear tire side wall blew out with no warning. Car has 16000 miles and has been dealer serviced since new. Car was accelerating on freeway on ramp when vibration and thump were felt inside the car. Driver pulled into secure area and saw that tire sidewall had blown out on inside and outside sidewalls. Tire was replaced by Volkswagen dealership at owners expense.
Aftermarket/replacement rim purchased from car-id in may 2023 and installed on vehicle in may 2023. On September 15, 2023, wheel/rim suffered a total and catastrophic failure. The wheel/rim face separated from the rest of the rim while driving.