2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 11%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 8 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, 11% 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.
“With less than 17,000 miles and within 2 weeks of having a 3yr/30k service performed, car suddenly locked up on highway while traveling over 60mph. Did not have enough time to pull to shoulder. In process also locked up breaks. After 15 minutes , found that by holding power button was able to get wheels unlock so that I could idle to a safer spot. Dealership discovered real differential leaking and had failed. …”
NHTSA complaint #11318119, filed 2020-03, 16,725 miles“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 am facing an issue with my car where it tends to roll back even when it's in park, regardless of whether the engine is on or off. The only time it remains stationary is when I apply the brakes and engage the emergency brake. This situation poses a safety concern for me and my family, and I would like to find a solution to ensure our vehicle stays securely in place when parked.”
NHTSA complaint #11635576, filed 2025-01Related service bulletins
- 11036874Aug 10, 2026Replacement instruction
- 11025440Oct 14, 2025Cautions about using aftermarket transmission flush machines and aftermarket transmission fluids.
- 11025439Oct 9, 2025Diagnosing Manual Transmission Noise
- 11023844Sep 15, 2025For applicable Settlement Class Vehicles, the New Vehicle Limited Warranty will be extended to cover 50% of the repair or replacement of the Turbocharger by an authorized…
- 11023836Sep 15, 2025This supporting FAQ is for the Turbocharger Limited Warranty Extension Class Action Settlement. This extension includes 2008-2015 GTI and Golf R*, 2012-2013 VW Beetle*, 2009 VW…
- 11008861Sep 17, 2024Fluid requirements
- 11008851Sep 17, 2024Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid
- 11008860Sep 11, 2024Manual transmission noise diagnosing
- 10218953Aug 25, 2022Manual transmission noise diagnostic assistance
- 10214473Jun 14, 2022Auto Trans fluid requirements.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4 | 21% |
| 2017 | 8 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
23 complaintsBody and structure
15 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
14 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsFuel system
4 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 Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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