2023 Volkswagen Arteon Problems
Used VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON shoppers should review this model-year complaint and recall record before making an offer. Based on 13 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Tire Issues the most reported area.
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This 2023 Volkswagen Arteon has 13 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Tire Issues.
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2023 Volkswagen Arteon Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2023 Volkswagen Arteon trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon has 13 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Tire Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Arteon
- Model year
- 2023
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 13
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Tire Issues
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 28
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 25 / 33
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
Common problems
Most common 2023 Volkswagen Arteon problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Tire Issues
Wheel Issues
Complaint patterns center on Tire Issues, Wheel Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2023 Volkswagen Arteon?
This VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2023 Volkswagen Arteon
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
- Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
- Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN
Before You Close the Deal
- Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
- Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON has 13 NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls on record. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: 1 recall campaign are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase.
- 13 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 1 federal recall campaign
- No crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2023 Volkswagen Arteon complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tire Issues | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Sudden loss of tire pressure on interstate highway in heavy traffic at 70 miles per hour. This created a safety hazard to control the car and try to move to the shoulder of the road without a collision. The tires are factory 245/35/R20 Continental ProContact with 8/32 tread rema…
Tire is 245/35 R 20. Tire sidewall blew out on a small bump/pothole at less than 15mph, losing all pressure and forcing to be towed. These are OEM tires with less than 2500 miles on them. Model is on backorder, so all new tires for vehicle had to be replaced. These tires are a kn…
Tread separating from belt. Only 17k miles on new car. 3 of 4 tires were affected. Tire size 245/35r20
I hit a small pot hole on [XXX] to [XXX] at 35 MPH an hour an it blew the side belt on the tire. This is the 2nd tire failure this week on the same tire. 245/35 R20 95H just replaced two days ago. Tire had 40 miles on it. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORM…
broken belt on tire after hitting a very small pot hole on the [XXX] at 70 MPH. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
This tire model, Continental ProContact TX 245/35 R 20 95H, is the tire that came with my brand new 2023 Arteon and appears to be the overall stock tire VW went with. I had read in media forums that the tires blow out very easily when running over a pothole and it turns out, the…
The sidewall of tire failed after brushing up against an uneven section of pavement at low speed (5-10mph) as I was making a right hand turn onto a busy road. The low tire pressure light almost immediately illuminated. I had purcahsed the vehicle only 10 days prior with 4,169 m…
Drove through a very small pothole at about 5mph and the sidewall gave out creating a small pin hole and leaked out all the air. This is a known issue across all the forums and Facebook groups for this tire. People are going through tires like crazy because of sidewall failur…
Tire info: Continental Procontact Size: 245 / 35 R 20 I was driving on city streets at normal speed during a rainy day. I turned right from one road to another road, and as I started to accelerate out of the right turn, my driver side front tire blew out and the TPMS started sc…
I was driving on city streets at normal speed during a rainy day. I turned right from one road to another road, and as I started to accelerate out of the right turn, my driver side front tire blew out and the TPMS started screaming because it read the tire pressure as 0. I imme…
Was switching out the "summer" tires for winter tires and noticed a bubble on the sidewall of the passenger front tire. At the time the car had around 3,000 miles on it. I switched to my spare tire, did not put the bubbled tire back on the car. I had traveled who knows how man…
Tire size 245/35 R20 Found a large bulge in the sidewall nearing a burst. I have not hit any significant potholes or had any impacts of any sort. Luckily I found this before it blew out. There are a MASSIVE number of reported problems with this specific tire on my car (VW Arteon…
Continental Pro Contact size 245/35 R 20 sidewall blew out with 265 miles on a brand-new car. Blew out leaving a parking lot at a very slow speed. The tire did not hit anything, it just lost all air pressure, and the warning light came on. Goodyear Tire employee came to the scen…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon.
Safety recalls
2023 Volkswagen Arteon recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon. 1 recall campaign are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
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Questions
2023 Volkswagen Arteon buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 13 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. This VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon?▾
#1: Tire Issues (11 complaints). #2: Wheel Issues (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 13 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon. A major recall area is BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE. 1 recall campaign are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2023 Volkswagen Arteon?▾
This VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Tire Issues during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Volkswagen Arteon reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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