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2003 Volkswagen Golf

Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Volkswagen Golf. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 34% of complaints. Next are electrical system (12%) and seats (12%).

At a glance

Complaints
32 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 34% of complaints
Recalls
2
Fuel economy
23 to 38 MPG combined

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

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Volkswagen Golf. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 34% of complaints. Next are electrical system (12%) and seats (12%).

  • Air bags 34%
  • Electrical system 13%
  • Seats 13%
  • Air conditioning & heating 9%
  • Drivetrain & axles 9%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2003 Volkswagen Golf

Recalls

The 2003 Volkswagen Golf is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 2 recall campaigns for the 2003 Volkswagen Golf

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2003 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

Other model years of the Golf