Is the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf reliable?

NHTSA lists only 1 complaint for the 2018 e-Golf, giving it a complaint index of 25, which ranks 4th of 5 model years. That is lower than the 2015 (100) and 2016 (75) e-Golf years.

Does the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf have any recalls?

Yes, NHTSA lists 1 recall (campaign 18V803000) covering rear seat frame head restraint guide sleeves that may have incorrect welds. It is not a do-not-drive recall.

What is the median mileage at failure for the 2018 e-Golf?

NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage at failure of 13,000 miles for the 2018 e-Golf.

How does the 2018 e-Golf compare to other years?

The 2018 e-Golf has a complaint index of 25 and ranks 4th worst of 5 years. The 2015 and 2016 e-Golf years are rated Avoid, while 2019 is rated Caution.

2018 Volkswagen e-Golf Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf has 1 NHTSA complaint and 1 recall, with a complaint index of 25, ranking 4th out of 5 model years for reported problems. It has one of the lower complaint counts among e-Golf years, well below 2015 and 2016.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 25/100; #4 of 5 e-Golf years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 1; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 1; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 2
Top issue: —
Best nearby year: 2019; lowest-risk (no Good/Best year)

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 119; 126 city / 111 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 2 / 0

2018 Volkswagen e-Golf recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

NHTSA 18V803000Nov 14, 2018Structure & Body169 vehicles
Seats:mid/rear assembly
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf and Golf R vehicles, and Audi A3 Sedan and RS3 vehicles. The rear seat frame head restraint guide sleeves may be incorrectly welded to the seat frame.
Risk: If the guide sleeves are incorrectly welded, in the event of a crash, the rear seat head restraints may have reduced stability, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners, and dealers will inspect the guide sleeves for incorrect welds, replacing the rear seat frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 72H8 (VW) and 72H9(Audi).

2018 Volkswagen e-Golf fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 126 MPG
Highway: 111 MPG
Combined: 119 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $650; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Electricity
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2018 compared with other e-Golf years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2016	Avoid	75	18	5	116
2017	No verdict	0	1	2	119
2018	No verdict	25	1	1	119
2019	Caution	50	6	0	119

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf reliable?: NHTSA lists only 1 complaint for the 2018 e-Golf, giving it a complaint index of 25, which ranks 4th of 5 model years. That is lower than the 2015 (100) and 2016 (75) e-Golf years.
Does the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf have any recalls?: Yes, NHTSA lists 1 recall (campaign 18V803000) covering rear seat frame head restraint guide sleeves that may have incorrect welds. It is not a do-not-drive recall.
What is the median mileage at failure for the 2018 e-Golf?: NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage at failure of 13,000 miles for the 2018 e-Golf.
How does the 2018 e-Golf compare to other years?: The 2018 e-Golf has a complaint index of 25 and ranks 4th worst of 5 years. The 2015 and 2016 e-Golf years are rated Avoid, while 2019 is rated Caution.