2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 5%of 73 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 11,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the fuel system of the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, 5% of the 73 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 11,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Traveling along a slightly hilly road at 35mph when the engine suddenly spiked to 3000rpm and the car's accelerator pedal stopped functioning. Had to apply brakes and pull to the side. Once car reached 0mph it idled and the accelerator pedal began functioning again. Took to vw dealer service center next day. They reported that they could find no problem codes. They changed oil, roatated tires and returned the car. Problem was not resolved and reoccured on august 8.”
NHTSA complaint #11121660, filed 2018-08, 11,000 miles“This is the second recorded instance of this issue. A similar incident occurred on july 27. While driving about 45mph on an incline the vehicle engine suddenly increased to 3000rpm and the accelerator pedal stopped responding. Had to apply brakes and pull over to side of the road. Once vehicle reached 0mph it idled and the accelerator pedal began functioning normally again. Took the vw dealer service center the next day. Once again they could find no problem codes. Service center tried to return vehicle again but we persisred. …”
NHTSA complaint #11121667, filed 2018-08, 11,000 miles“Vehicle is a 2017 vw Golf Alltrack s with a 6-speed manual transmission; less than 2 weeks old with ~400 miles on odometer and a little over 1/4 tank of 87-octane gasoline. Issue occurred at approximately 10pm on august 25th, 2017. Vehicle was accelerating away from a red light at a highway intersection crossing on a slight downhill grade. Manual transmission was shifted from 1st into 2nd gear during acceleration, and the vehicle promptly lost engine power, power steering and brakes near the middle of the intersection. …”
NHTSA complaint #11019841, filed 2017-08, 422 miles“I've been experiencing a recurring issue with my vehicle where the EPC light frequently activates. When this happens, the car significantly reduces its speed, making it difficult to drive safely. I've noticed this situation over the past six to eight months, and it typically requires me to pull over. After turning off the vehicle multiple times, I'm usually able to reset it and drive normally again. I'm seeking advice on how to address this problem effectively.”
NHTSA complaint #11635575, filed 2025-01Related service bulletins
- 10214745Jun 23, 2022Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.
- 10214485Jun 15, 2022Gasoline quality.
- 10203676Nov 22, 2021This Document was revised to include 2022 Model Year information
- 10198230Jun 22, 2021Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
- 10198166Jun 21, 2021VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
- 10188553Mar 1, 2021VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 2 | 11% |
| 2017 | 4 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
23 complaintsBody and structure
15 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
14 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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