2010 Volkswagen Golf Reliability & Problems

Reliability

How Reliable Is the 2010 Volkswagen Golf?

This model year is marked as having serious known problems, and the reason is clear in the complaints. 48% of them describe engine failure or stalling, and 43% report a crash, fire, injury or death, or a loss of power while moving. A car that cuts out while moving is a safety issue, not just an annoyance, and that is why the verdict is serious rather than a note about inconvenience. NHTSA also opened an investigation into diesel fuel injector line leakage (PE11023), which closed with recall 11V490000 and matches one of the top complaints.

Two problems dominate: stalling or shutting off while driving, and fuel pump or fuel injector failure. They overlap heavily. Owners who describe a failed high pressure fuel pump also describe stalls, cars that would not restart and loss of power, and several say the entire fuel system had to be replaced. Stalling is the broader complaint, about 1 in 3 owner complaints, and many of those owners also point to the fuel system. Owners describe stalls on the highway, at intersections and while braking to a stop. One owner reports the stall happened 2 days after leasing the car. Most of these reports involve the 2.0L 4-cylinder engine.

Recall 11V490000 covers the diesel fuel system. Its defect text says fuel injection pulses could coincide with the natural frequency of injector line number 2 in specific load and rpm conditions, creating additional stress in the fuel line. The fix is an improved injector line for the number 2 cylinder on certain vehicles and vibration dampers on all of the injector lines. No owner complaint here names that recall, and this model year has no recall for a failed fuel pump. Owners who reported the fuel pump and stalling problems were not pointed to a recall remedy. The other recalls cover the driver's frontal air bag inflator (18V148000 and 16V078000) and the ABS control unit (16V913000), which are separate from the engine complaints but still worth confirming.

Mileage matters for the stalling reports. Half of stalling reports came before about 26,300 miles, and a quarter came before 5,200 miles, so this problem can appear very early. Fuel pump and injector failures cluster a little later, with a median of about 38,400 miles and most between 21,600 and 40,400 miles. Across all complaints that list mileage, the median is about 33,800 miles. A car with a low odometer reading is not safe from these problems, and a car past 40,000 miles with no fuel system repair on record has not necessarily avoided them.

If you are considering one, treat service records for the fuel system and proof of completed recalls as essential. Complaint counts show what owners chose to report, not how many cars are affected, and they cannot show how any particular car was maintained or driven. A car with a clean history may be fine, but this model year's pattern of stalling deserves a careful test drive and a close look at the paperwork.

The 2 problems owners report most

Named from 69 NHTSA complaints. Open a problem for symptoms, the fix, cost and owners' accounts.

1Stalling or shutting off while drivingCriticalAbout 1 in 3 complaints5,200–39,400 mi
Owners describe the engine suddenly stopping on the highway, at intersections and when braking to a stop, often followed by a car that would not restart. Some report a flashing glow plug light or a check engine light, and a few name a failed high pressure fuel pump. Half of the reports that list mileage came before about 26,300 miles, and no recall is mentioned by owners.
What owners describe
- Will not restart after stall26%
- Engine stops while driving15%
- Check engine light15%
- Glow plug light flashing7%
Fix
Most common repair owners describe: replaced entire fuel system (4 reports).
Mileage
26,300 mi
Middle half 5,200–39,400 mi · 24 reports
Repair cost
—
Fewer than 10 owners report a repair cost
How common
39%
27 of 69 complaints
By engine
2.0L 4-cyl87%
2.5L 5-cyl13%
In owners' words
“There was no power steering when the failure occurred so the contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road and restarted it.”
Owner in IL2.0L 4-cylFiled 2010NHTSA 10362907
“The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who replaced the fuel pump. The failure continued.”
Owner in PA2.0L 4-cylFiled 2011NHTSA 10383163
“Commonly stalls in intersection, resulting in dangerous situation while one restarts car.”
Owner in CA2.0L 4-cylFiled 2010NHTSA 10352983
2Fuel pump or fuel injector failureCriticalAbout 1 in 3 complaints21,600–40,400 mi
Owners describe stalls on the highway and at intersections, cars that would not restart and a failed high pressure fuel pump. Several say the entire fuel system had to be replaced. Half of the reports that list mileage came before about 38,400 miles, and no recall is mentioned by owners.
What owners describe
- Will not restart45%
- High pressure fuel pump failed20%
- Sudden stall at speed20%
- Loss of power or steering10%
Fix
Most common repair owners describe: replaced entire fuel system (4 reports). Recall 11V490000.
Mileage
38,400 mi
Middle half 21,600–40,400 mi · 18 reports
Repair cost
—
Fewer than 10 owners report a repair cost
How common
29%
20 of 69 complaints
Crash, fire or injury
0%
of these complaints
In owners' words
“Upon changing my fuel filter, a large amount of metal flakes were discovered in the fuel housing.”
Owner in CA2.0L 4-cylFiled 2012NHTSA 10460945

Buying one

Should you buy a used 2010 Volkswagen Golf?

What to check before you buy, based on the complaint and recall data.

Before buying a 2010 Golf, ask for proof that any fuel pump, fuel injector or fuel system work was done and by whom. Take a long test drive that includes highway speed and a few stops, and watch for stalling, hard restarts or a check engine light. Use the VIN to confirm that all 4 recalls, including the diesel fuel injector line recall 11V490000, were completed.

1Run the VIN for open recalls. NHTSA lists 4 recalls. Check at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
2Test-drive for stalling while driving. It's the most common safety-critical complaint, in about 1 in 3 owner complaints, usually around 26,300 miles.
3Ask for software update records. 10% of complaints mention a software update or reflash.
4Get a pre-purchase inspection. An independent mechanic can spot leaks, stored fault codes and accident repairs that a test drive misses.

Volkswagen Golf model years

Which Volkswagen Golf years to avoid? Every model year compared

Early complaints are those filed in a model year's first 3 years. They follow how many were sold, so they don't show which years are better. Each tag is that year's verdict from our research of its owner complaints.

20055 early complaints
20066 early complaints
20071 early complaints
20080 early complaints
20090 early complaints
2010This year42 early complaintsAvoid
201157 early complaintsAvoid
201224 early complaintsToo few
201315 early complaintsToo few
20141 early complaintsToo few
201549 early complaintsCheck recall

Owning one

If you already own one

Find your symptom, see when problems tend to show up, and check which recalls apply.

Watch for the engine stalling while you drive, a car that will not restart after stalling, a flashing glow plug light or a check engine light. If the engine cuts out on the road, get the car off the road safely and have it checked before driving it again, because owners also report losing power steering after a stall. Use your VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm that all 4 recalls have been done.

Too few reports for a symptom finder

Only 2 symptoms reached 10 reports. If something is wrong with yours, report it at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.

41%

of complaints that list mileage (23 of 56) came in before 25,000 miles. A low odometer reading is no guarantee.

4 recalls, newest first

Open one for the risk, the remedy and what to do now.

Driver side › Inflator moduleUpon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.Mar 6, 2018363,713 vehicles18V148000
Defect
Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipThe Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fail during ABS or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) activation,…Dec 20, 2016135,683 vehicles16V913000
Defect
The Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fail during ABS or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) activation, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control.
Risk
A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ABS control module software to improve the module's self-testing abilities.
Driver side › Inflator moduleUpon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.Feb 10, 2016659,493 vehicles16V078000
Defect
Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge.
Fuel system, dieselTHE FUEL INJECTION PULSES COULD COINCIDE WITH THE NATURAL FREQUENCY OF THE INJECTOR LINE #2, IN SPECIFIC LOAD AND RPM…Oct 3, 2011168,275 vehicles11V490000
Defect
THE FUEL INJECTION PULSES COULD COINCIDE WITH THE NATURAL FREQUENCY OF THE INJECTOR LINE #2, IN SPECIFIC LOAD AND RPM CONDITIONS. THIS RESONANCE CREATES ADDITIONAL STRESS IN THE FUEL LINE.
Risk
DUE TO THE RESONANCE CONDITION, INJECTOR LINE NUMBER 2 COULD DEVELOP SMALL CRACKS WHICH COULD LEAD TO FUEL LEAKAGE. LEAKING FUEL IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, MAY LEAD TO A FIRE.
Remedy
VOLKSWAGEN WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED FUEL INJECTOR LINE FOR THE NUMBER 2 CYLINDER ON CERTAIN VEHICLES AND WILL INSTALL VIBRATION DAMPERS ON ALL OF THE INJECTOR LINES.

What to do

Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If a recall is open, any dealer will fix it free. For NHTSA's full record of a campaign, search its number there (for example 18V148000).

Every Volkswagen Golf recall, across all model years

Reliability history

Volkswagen Golf reliability by year

Complaints filed in each model year's first 3 years, by trouble spot. Darker cells have more complaints; counts aren't adjusted for how many were sold each year.

Trouble spot	2005	2006	2007	2008	2009	2010	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015
Transmission & drivetrain	2005 Transmission & drivetrain: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2006 Transmission & drivetrain: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2007 Transmission & drivetrain: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2008 Transmission & drivetrain: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2009 Transmission & drivetrain: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2010 Transmission & drivetrain: 5 complaints in the first 3 years.	2011 Transmission & drivetrain: 17 complaints in the first 3 years.	2012 Transmission & drivetrain: 6 complaints in the first 3 years.	2013 Transmission & drivetrain: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2014 Transmission & drivetrain: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2015 Transmission & drivetrain: 6 complaints in the first 3 years.
Engine	2005 Engine: 2 complaints in the first 3 years.	2006 Engine: 2 complaints in the first 3 years.	2007 Engine: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2008 Engine: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2009 Engine: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2010 Engine: 12 complaints in the first 3 years.	2011 Engine: 12 complaints in the first 3 years.	2012 Engine: 8 complaints in the first 3 years.	2013 Engine: 6 complaints in the first 3 years.	2014 Engine: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2015 Engine: 15 complaints in the first 3 years.
Fuel system & stalling	2005 Fuel system & stalling: 2 complaints in the first 3 years.	2006 Fuel system & stalling: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2007 Fuel system & stalling: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2008 Fuel system & stalling: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2009 Fuel system & stalling: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2010 Fuel system & stalling: 24 complaints in the first 3 years.	2011 Fuel system & stalling: 27 complaints in the first 3 years.	2012 Fuel system & stalling: 10 complaints in the first 3 years.	2013 Fuel system & stalling: 8 complaints in the first 3 years.	2014 Fuel system & stalling: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2015 Fuel system & stalling: 8 complaints in the first 3 years.
Electrical	2005 Electrical: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2006 Electrical: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2007 Electrical: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2008 Electrical: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2009 Electrical: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2010 Electrical: 2 complaints in the first 3 years.	2011 Electrical: 6 complaints in the first 3 years.	2012 Electrical: 3 complaints in the first 3 years.	2013 Electrical: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2014 Electrical: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2015 Electrical: 9 complaints in the first 3 years.
Driver aids & stability	2005 Driver aids & stability: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2006 Driver aids & stability: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2007 Driver aids & stability: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2008 Driver aids & stability: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2009 Driver aids & stability: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2010 Driver aids & stability: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2011 Driver aids & stability: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2012 Driver aids & stability: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2013 Driver aids & stability: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2014 Driver aids & stability: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2015 Driver aids & stability: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.
Brakes	2005 Brakes: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2006 Brakes: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2007 Brakes: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2008 Brakes: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2009 Brakes: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2010 Brakes: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2011 Brakes: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2012 Brakes: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2013 Brakes: 3 complaints in the first 3 years.	2014 Brakes: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2015 Brakes: 4 complaints in the first 3 years.
Steering	2005 Steering: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2006 Steering: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2007 Steering: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2008 Steering: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2009 Steering: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2010 Steering: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2011 Steering: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2012 Steering: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2013 Steering: 4 complaints in the first 3 years.	2014 Steering: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2015 Steering: 3 complaints in the first 3 years.
Suspension	2005 Suspension: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2006 Suspension: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2007 Suspension: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2008 Suspension: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2009 Suspension: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2010 Suspension: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2011 Suspension: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2012 Suspension: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2013 Suspension: 2 complaints in the first 3 years.	2014 Suspension: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2015 Suspension: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.
Airbags & seat belts	2005 Airbags & seat belts: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2006 Airbags & seat belts: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2007 Airbags & seat belts: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2008 Airbags & seat belts: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2009 Airbags & seat belts: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2010 Airbags & seat belts: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2011 Airbags & seat belts: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2012 Airbags & seat belts: 2 complaints in the first 3 years.	2013 Airbags & seat belts: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2014 Airbags & seat belts: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2015 Airbags & seat belts: 5 complaints in the first 3 years.
Body, lights & visibility	2005 Body, lights & visibility: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2006 Body, lights & visibility: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2007 Body, lights & visibility: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2008 Body, lights & visibility: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2009 Body, lights & visibility: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2010 Body, lights & visibility: 2 complaints in the first 3 years.	2011 Body, lights & visibility: 2 complaints in the first 3 years.	2012 Body, lights & visibility: 4 complaints in the first 3 years.	2013 Body, lights & visibility: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2014 Body, lights & visibility: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2015 Body, lights & visibility: 6 complaints in the first 3 years.
Acceleration & speed control	2005 Acceleration & speed control: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2006 Acceleration & speed control: 3 complaints in the first 3 years.	2007 Acceleration & speed control: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2008 Acceleration & speed control: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2009 Acceleration & speed control: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2010 Acceleration & speed control: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2011 Acceleration & speed control: 4 complaints in the first 3 years.	2012 Acceleration & speed control: 3 complaints in the first 3 years.	2013 Acceleration & speed control: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2014 Acceleration & speed control: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2015 Acceleration & speed control: 4 complaints in the first 3 years.
Wheels & tires	2005 Wheels & tires: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2006 Wheels & tires: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2007 Wheels & tires: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2008 Wheels & tires: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2009 Wheels & tires: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2010 Wheels & tires: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2011 Wheels & tires: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2012 Wheels & tires: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2013 Wheels & tires: 1 complaints in the first 3 years.	2014 Wheels & tires: 0 complaints in the first 3 years.	2015 Wheels & tires: 4 complaints in the first 3 years.

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All problems

Every problem reported on the 2010 Golf

Every problem found in the 69 owner complaints, by area of the vehicle.

ProblemComplaintsTypical milesRepair costFixed

Engine

43 62%

Stalling or shutting off while drivingCritical
27 39%typically at 26,300 mi26,300––
Fuel pump or fuel injector failureCritical
20 29%typically at 38,400 mi38,400––
Loss of engine powerCritical
9 13%typically at 11,900 mi11,900––
Manual stalls too easily
4 6%–––
Intercooler condensation can damage the engine
2 3%–––
Engine lifters ticking and replaced
1 1%–––

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Engine failure
1 1%–––
Oil leaks or low oilSerious
1 1%–––

Airbags & seat belts

7 10%

Airbag warning light stays onSerious
3 4%–––
Seat belt will not retract
2 3%–––
Airbags did not deploy in a crashCritical
1 1%–––
Passenger airbag turns off with an adult in the seatCritical
1 1%–––

Brakes

4 6%

ABS control module failureSerious
3 4%–––
Foot catches under brake pedal
1 1%–––

Body, lights & visibility

4 6%

Sunroof glass shatters
1 1%–––
Front head restraints tilted too far forward
1 1%–––
Horn responds late
1 1%–––
Headliner separating from roof
1 1%–––

Steering

2 3%

Loss of power steeringCritical
2 3%–––

Acceleration & speed control

2 3%

Cruise control does not work
1 1%–––
Sudden or unintended accelerationCritical
1 1%–––

Fuel system & stalling

2 3%

Fuel leaksCritical
1 1%–––
Air conditioning compressor failure
1 1%–––

Electrical

2 3%

Fuse box melts, exterior lights fail
1 1%–––
MAP sensor keeps failing
1 1%–––

Wheels & tires

1 1%

False low tire pressure warnings
1 1%–––

Transmission & drivetrain

1 1%

Harsh, jerky shiftingSerious
1 1%–––

27 problems found in all 69 complaints. One complaint can describe more than one problem, so counts add up to more than the total. Not counted as a defect: 6 about recall paperwork or parts delays, 1 describing no vehicle defect. Typical miles, repair cost and fix rate show only when enough owners report them.

The data

Behind the numbers

Every figure comes from NHTSA's complaint file and APIs.

Complaints: 69
Recalls: 4
Crashes: 3
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Deaths: 0

Crashes and fires count complaints that report one; injuries and deaths count people.

Mileage at failure56 reports list mileage (median 33,800 mi); 13 don't.

Complaints by year filedPeak: 16 in 2011.

Complaints by engine

Decoded from the partial VINs owners include. Not adjusted for how many of each engine were sold.

2.0L 4-cyl47 78%
2.5L 5-cyl13 22%

FAQ

2010 Volkswagen Golf questions

Is the 2010 Volkswagen Golf reliable?

The 2010 Volkswagen Golf has serious known problems. Of its 69 NHTSA complaints, 48% describe engine failure or stalling, and 43% report a crash, fire, injury or death, or a loss of power while moving. NHTSA also investigated diesel fuel injector line leakage (PE11023), which closed with recall 11V490000.

What are the most common 2010 Volkswagen Golf problems?

Stalling or shutting off while driving is the most common, with 27 complaints (39%), about 1 in 3 owner complaints. Fuel pump or fuel injector failure follows with 20 complaints (29%). Overall, the engine accounts for 43 complaints (62%), and owners also report loss of engine power, airbag warning lights and ABS control module failure.

How many recalls does the 2010 Volkswagen Golf have?

The 2010 Volkswagen Golf has 4 recalls, and none carries a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. They cover the driver's frontal air bag inflator (18V148000 and 16V078000), the ABS control unit (16V913000) and the diesel fuel injector line (11V490000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Does the 2010 Volkswagen Golf have stalling problems?

Yes, stalling while driving is a critical problem for this model year, with 27 complaints. Owners describe the engine stopping on the highway, at intersections and when braking, often followed by a car that would not restart. Half of the stalling reports that list mileage came before about 26,300 miles, and a quarter came before 5,200 miles.

Does the 2010 Volkswagen Golf have fuel pump problems?

Owners report fuel pump or fuel injector failure in 20 complaints (29%), including a failed high pressure fuel pump, stalls and cars that would not restart. The most common repair owners describe is replacing the entire fuel system (4 reports). Half of the reports that list mileage came before about 38,400 miles, with most between 21,600 and 40,400 miles.

What should I check before buying a 2010 Volkswagen Golf?

Ask for proof that any fuel pump, fuel injector or fuel system work was done, and by whom. Take a long test drive that includes highway speed and a few stops, watching for stalling, hard restarts or a check engine light. Use the VIN to confirm that all 4 recalls, including diesel fuel injector line recall 11V490000, were completed.

Which Volkswagen Golf years should you avoid?

Avoid the 2010–2011, 2016–2017 and 2019 Volkswagen Golf: owner complaints for those years show serious known problems. For the 2015, make sure the recall repairs were done: an urgent recall matters more than its complaint pattern. The 2012–2014, 2018 and 2020–2021 have too few complaints to judge. Every model year is compared on the Volkswagen Golf years-to-avoid page.

How we researched this

Complaints. NHTSA's owner complaint file, counted as unique complaint numbers for make VOLKSWAGEN, model GOLF, model year 2010. Data through Oct 4, 2026.
Verdict. Judged from this model year's own complaints, not against other models, using shares rather than counts. Serious known problems: one serious problem (transmission, engine or stalling, steering, brakes, airbags, fire, fuel leaks) is in a quarter or more of complaints; or a smaller but clear cluster comes with an unusual share of crash, fire, injury or loss-of-power reports or early failures; or an urgent recall or NHTSA investigation matches a top complaint. Some known problems: one of those signals on its own. No pattern of serious problems: none of them; this doesn't mean the vehicle is trouble-free. Too few complaints to judge: under 50 complaints. Why this verdict: 48% of complaints (33) describe engine failure or stalling (stalling while driving, fuel pump or injector failure); 43% of complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death, or a loss of power while moving (typical: 17%); 78% of serious complaints that list mileage came before 50,000 miles (typical: 35%); An NHTSA investigation into diesel fuel injector line leakage (PE11023, closed with recall 11V490000), matching a top complaint.
No grade or class ranking. Raw complaint counts favor models that sell fewer cars, so we don't score or rank this vehicle against other models until we can adjust for sales.
Trouble spots and history. Complaints grouped by the part owners chose when filing. The history grid counts complaints filed in each model year's first 3 years so older and newer years compare fairly; years with fewer than 3 complete years are marked too new.
Named problems. Every one of the 69 complaints was researched and classified by its problems, severity, symptoms, repairs and any cost the owner mentions; the counts, costs and fix rates on this page are tallies of those classifications. Quotes are verbatim excerpts, checked against the original text. Engines are decoded from partial VINs with NHTSA's vPIC service.
Repair costs and fix rates. Shown only when at least 10 owners report a repair cost, or at least 10 complaints describe whether a repair worked.
Not adjusted for sales. Not affiliated with NHTSA. Page updated Oct 12, 2026.