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2002 Volkswagen Golf

Owners have filed 99 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Volkswagen Golf. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 25% of complaints. Next are electrical system (15%) and engine (14%).

At a glance

Complaints
99 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 25% of complaints
Recalls
3
Fuel economy
23 to 38 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 99 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Volkswagen Golf. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 25% of complaints. Next are electrical system (15%) and engine (14%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2002 Volkswagen Golf

Recalls

The 2002 Volkswagen Golf is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 3 recall campaigns for the 2002 Volkswagen Golf

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2002 Volkswagen Golf. Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 38 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 35 city / 44 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

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