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2015 Volkswagen Golf

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

14

14 current

Combined

8.1L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,511

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2024095 · manufacturer campaign 20UF / 20YF

14 February 2024

Transport Canada lists: A 3 2015–2020 · Golf 2015–2019 · Gti 2015–2020 · Jetta 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a seal for the suction jet pump inside the fuel tank could fail. As a result, fuel may flow directly into the evaporative emission control system (EVAP). If this happens, fuel could leak from the charcoal canister. Note: This problem could cause a fuel odor, the fuel nozzle to stop early and/or fuel to spill when refueling.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the suction jet pump.

86,308 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Fabrics

Transport Canada recall 2021326 · manufacturer campaign 34K4/34L8

26 May 2021

Transport Canada lists: E Golf 2017–2020 · Golf 2015–2019 · Golf R 2016–2019 · Gti 2015–2021

What is wrong

On certain models, the chrome layer could peel off of the trim located around the gear shift cover. If this happens, sharp edges can be created.

Why it matters

Exposed sharp edges can create the risk of a cut.

What the dealer will do

Volkswagen will contact owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the gear shift cover trim frame.

96,497 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Label

Transport Canada recall 2020353 · manufacturer campaign 97EM 97EK 97EL

4 August 2020

Transport Canada lists: A 3 2010–2013, 2015 · Atlas 2018–2019 · Beetle 2013–2015 · Golf 2010–2019 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the warning label for the engine block heater cable is written in English only. As a result, a French user may not receive important safety information about how to use the engine block heater. A label that is not provided in both official languages could create confusion.

Why it matters

User confusion could increase the risk of injury when trying to use the block heater.

What the dealer will do

The company will mail each owner a new label for the block heater cable. If you would like help installing the label, you can contact a dealer for assistance.

132,432 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2019423 · manufacturer campaign 37M2

22 August 2019

Transport Canada lists: Beetle 2012–2018 · Golf 2015–2019 · Gti 2015–2019 · Jetta 2011–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a build-up of silicate on the shift lever switch could cause the transmission to detect that it is in the Park position when it isn't. This could allow the ignition key to be removed when the transmission is not in the Park position. If the parking brake is not applied, this could allow the car to roll away.

Why it matters

If the transmission position is not displayed correctly, a user may not know that the vehicle is not in the PARK position. If the parking brake is not applied, this could create a risk of a vehicle roll-away and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have a new shift lever micro switch and control unit installed.

117,306 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2019116 · manufacturer campaign 42J5

6 March 2019

Transport Canada lists: Golf 2015–2019 · Jetta 2019 · Tiguan 2018–2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the rear suspension coil springs may not have been properly manufactured and could break over time. This could cause damage to a rear tire, resulting in rapid air loss and/or tire failure.

Why it matters

A rear tire failure could affect vehicle control. Additionally, a broken coil spring could also create a road hazard for other motorists. Both of these conditions may increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have both of the rear axle coil springs replaced. If a broken coil spring is found, the rear tires should be inspected for damage and replaced as required.

15,579 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2018717 · manufacturer campaign 42J2 / 42J3

19 December 2018

Transport Canada lists: Atlas 2018 · Golf 2015 · Jetta 2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the rear suspension coil springs may not have been properly manufactured and could break over time. This could result in damage to a rear tire, resulting in rapid air loss and/or tire failure, which could affect vehicle control. Additionally, a broken coil spring could create a road hazard for other motorists. Both of these conditions may increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace both of the rear axle coil springs. If a broken coil spring is found, the rear tires should be inspected for damage and replaced as required.

1,755 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2018371 · manufacturer campaign 37L5

11 July 2018

Transport Canada lists: Golf 2015–2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the park position switch may malfunction due to a problem with the electrical contacts. This could allow for removal of the ignition key without the shift lever being in the Park (P) position. If the parking brake is not applied, this could result in unintended vehicle movement, which could increase the risk of crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will install an additional park position switch and circuit board.

24,123 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2016430 · manufacturer campaign 20Y5 / 20Y6

2 September 2016

Transport Canada lists: A 3 2015–2016 · Golf 2015–2016 · Gti 2015–2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the suction pump inside the fuel tank designed to purge fuel from the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system may be compromised. This could cause fuel to flow directly into the EVAP system which could, over time, accumulate and cause a leak through the charcoal canister filter element. Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, could lead to a fire causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the suction pump inside the fuel tank.

33,894 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2015504 · manufacturer campaign 23R1

23 October 2015

Transport Canada lists: Beetle 2015–2016 · Golf 2015–2016 · Gti 2015–2016 · Jetta 2015–2016 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the camshaft lobe which actuates the vacuum pump may fail, causing the pump to fail to deliver further vacuum supply to the brake booster, potentially increasing stopping distances. This would also result in a reduction in available engine power. These issues could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Note: This issue would result in the Engine Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) illuminating.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will update the engine control module (ECM) software.

17,240 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2015445 · manufacturer campaign 69L6

5 October 2015

Transport Canada lists: Golf 2015 · Jetta 2015

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, an electro-magnetic coil inside the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module was manufactured with improper insulation between the coil layer. This could result in the failure of the PODS control module, or misclassification of the front passenger seat occupant, which could prevent proper passenger airbag deployment during a crash where deployment is warranted, potentially increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger seat occupant.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the PODS control module. Note: Should this occur, vehicle occupants would be alerted of a problem by the airbag monitoring light illuminating or by a false indication of the Passenger Airbag OFF indicator.

356 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2015161 · manufacturer campaign 20V5 / 20W5

16 April 2015

Transport Canada lists: A 3 2015 · Golf 2015 · Gti 2015

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, improper nickel plating of certain fuel pump internal components could contaminate the pump, potentially resulting in an inoperative fuel pump. This could result in a no-start condition, or an engine stall without warning and without the ability to restart the vehicle, which could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the fuel pump.

1,203 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2014575 · manufacturer campaign 24BL

17 December 2014

Transport Canada lists: Beetle 2014–2015 · Golf 2015 · Gti 2015 · Jetta 2014–2015 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a sealing cap at the fuel rail may fail to seal, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment during engine operation. Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, could lead to a fire causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the fuel rail.

2,708 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2014295 · manufacturer campaign 38B9/9V

16 July 2014

Transport Canada lists: Golf 2015

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with 1.8T engines and torque-converter (non-DSG) automatic transmissions, out of specification transmission cooler sealing O-rings may allow transmission fluid to leak in proximity to hot surfaces. This could increase the risk of a fire, potentially causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace affected O-rings. Note: This is an expansion of recall 2014-136.

29 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2014288 · manufacturer campaign 40K9/1W

9 July 2014

Transport Canada lists: Golf 2015 · Gti 2015

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the stabilizer link fasteners may have been improperly torqued during the assembly process. As a result, the fasteners may loosen over time. This could result in the stabilizer link detaching and interfering with the vehicle's steering, which would unexpectedly increase steering effort, and could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the front stabilizer links.

446 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Compact
In its class
More efficient than 72% of 188 2015 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
186 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2015 Volkswagen Golf have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 14 recalls on record for the 2015 Volkswagen Golf. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2015 Volkswagen Golf get?
NRCan rates the 2015 Volkswagen Golf at 8.1 L/100 km combined, emitting 186 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 8 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2015 Volkswagen Golf for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,511 in fuel, producing roughly 3,742 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.