2019 Volkswagen Arteon: common problems and reliability
One of the better Arteon years.
8 owner complaints, most about tires. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2019 Arteon?The 2019 Volkswagen Arteon has 8 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are tires and electrical system.
Safety record for the 2019 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2019 Volkswagen Arteon vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Arteon years only. How we score it
Is 2019 a good year for the Arteon?
Across the 5 Arteon model years we track, complaint volume runs from 2 (2020) to 42 (2023). With 8 complaints, the 2019 Arteon sits below the model's median of 15.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2019 Arteon
service brakes
Campaign 20V135000Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Arteon vehicles. The electronic brake booster pressure input rod may be installed incorrectly, possibly causing an increased actuating force or a disconnected input rod. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
What owners say across generations
Mixed to positive sentiment, with a clear generational divide.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Arteon. See the full Arteon owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Arteon listings typically run $21,583–$30,171 across 2019 to 2023 model years.
Other Arteon model years
Compare every Arteon year side by side to see how 2019 ranks against the rest.
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