Other or unknownPart report
2012 Volkswagen Golf Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 1about this part
- Share
- 2%of 48 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 78,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 2% of the 48 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 78,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Related service bulletins
- 11038143Sep 9, 2026This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
- 11036868Aug 6, 2026Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order
- 11036870Aug 4, 2026Differences between a leak and seepage
- 11030841Mar 25, 2026Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
- 11030838Mar 19, 2026Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors
- 11030828Mar 5, 2026Paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment may not match the exterior paint color
- 11026185Nov 17, 2025Replace Door Lock and Cap.
- 11025442Oct 6, 2025GFF Requirements regardless of concern plus System flush requirement
- 11018938May 12, 2025How to check for HVAC system leaks using nitrogen.
- 11012464Dec 4, 2024Diesel Models only. Repurchase Prior to Repairs
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 9% |
| 2022 | 14 | 17% |
| 2021 | 1 | 14% |
| 2020 | 1 | 17% |
| 2019 | 11 | 17% |
| 2018 | 5 | 17% |
| 2017 | 12 | 10% |
| 2016 | 14 | 16% |
| 2015 | 23 | 18% |
| 2014 | 3 | 25% |
| 2013 | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 | 1 | 2% |
| 2011 | 4 | 4% |
| 2010 | 2 | 3% |
| 2006 | 1 | 8% |
| 2005 | 1 | 5% |
| 2004 | 1 | 4% |
| 2003 | 2 | 8% |
| 2002 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 4 | 3% |
| 2000 | 4 | 5% |
| 1999 | 5 | 8% |
| 1995 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf
Fuel system
14 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaints
14 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Volkswagen Golf
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology