How many transmission complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Volkswagen Golf?

NHTSA lists 21 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2011 Golf, which is 19% of the 110 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Volkswagen Golf transmission?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the transmission and powertrain problem area on the 2011 Golf.

At what mileage do 2011 Golf transmission problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure among reported cases is 6,555 miles, indicating these issues tend to surface early in ownership.

What is the most common transmission complaint on the 2011 Golf?

Owners most often describe the DSG dual-clutch transmission slipping into an unplanned neutral or hesitating to engage from a stop, with the engine revving as if in neutral.

Did the 2011 Golf transmission issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the transmission and powertrain complaints for this model year.

2011 Volkswagen Golf Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 21 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2011 Volkswagen Golf, 19% of all complaints filed for the year, with a median mileage at failure of 6,555 miles. No related recall is on file for this problem area.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 21; 19% of 110
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 6,555 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

DSG transmission drops into an unexpected false neutral while decelerating or coasting, with the engine revving as if out of gear before it re-engages on its own.
Transmission fails to engage in drive after being parked or stopped, causing the engine to rev freely until the driver cycles through park and neutral to get it moving.
TDI models with manual transmission stall when downshifting into second gear or launching from a stop, sometimes happening while turning in front of oncoming traffic.
DSG-equipped GTI and Golf models hesitate to accelerate from a stop, with the engine revving before the transmission suddenly slams into gear.
One owner reported a transmission failure linked to abnormal front tire wobble that caused the vehicle to lose power despite pressing the accelerator.

When 2011 Volkswagen Golf transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 16, 2011, latest Sep 17, 2016.

21 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2011 to Sep 2016; peak Jul 2011 (4).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2011 Volkswagen Golf

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Golf model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20052 (11%)
20060 (0%)
20071 (50%)
20080 (0%)
20090 (0%)
20107 (10%)
201121 (19%)
20129 (19%)
20131 (2%)
20142 (18%)
201514 (11%)
20165 (6%)
20175 (4%)
20184 (14%)
201913 (21%)
20200 (0%)
20211 (14%)
202225 (31%)
20231 (9%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Volkswagen Golf?: NHTSA lists 21 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2011 Golf, which is 19% of the 110 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Volkswagen Golf transmission?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the transmission and powertrain problem area on the 2011 Golf.
At what mileage do 2011 Golf transmission problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure among reported cases is 6,555 miles, indicating these issues tend to surface early in ownership.
What is the most common transmission complaint on the 2011 Golf?: Owners most often describe the DSG dual-clutch transmission slipping into an unplanned neutral or hesitating to engage from a stop, with the engine revving as if in neutral.
Did the 2011 Golf transmission issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the transmission and powertrain complaints for this model year.