NHTSA Complaint #11577150 — 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

SUSPENSION issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11577150
Vehicle	2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Component	SUSPENSION
Date of Incident	March 6, 2024
Date Filed	March 13, 2024
Mileage	50,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the stick shift was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed rear axle and coil springs. The contact was informed that the rear axle and coil springs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

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