Volkswagen Golf owners have reported 193 air bag related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 11 most common air bag problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag (76 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's side/window air bag (48 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to start the vehicle and the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact attempted to contact the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. Read details...
Tl the contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Golf. Within less than two months of owning the vehicle, the horn failed to work. The dealer (anthony carvoni Volkswagen, 12 meriden pl, melvillee, NY, 516-848-7315) diagnosed that the horn needed to be replaced and stated that it was not related to the air bag Read details...
Clock spring broke. This is a known issue and recall for previous years, but apparently not mine. Symptoms are airbag light on, inoperable steering wheel accessories including horn. This is a safety issue. It should be recalled. Read details...
Airbag sensor lights on. Took to dealer ventura Volkswagen. They charged me $145 to diagnose the problem, then say it will cost $615 to replace the "clock spring. " the car has never been in an accident and the airbags never have deployed. Read details...
The contact owns a 2001 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and she was informed that the air bags were inoperable. Read details...