2017 Honda HR-V vs 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Honda HR-V | 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 120 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 77 | 569 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–31 | 28–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 21,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda HR-V | Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 28 | 7 |
| Power Train | 31 | 0 |
| Structure | 15 | 2 |
| Engine | 11 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 11 | 5 |
| Suspension | 1 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 5 | 0 |
2017 Honda HR-V
2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.