2020 Volkswagen e-Golf

The 2020 Volkswagen e-Golf is an all-electric hatchback offering a practical and eco-friendly driving experience. The 2020 e-Golf is only available with a single electric motor option that produces 134 horsepower and 214 lb-ft of torque. It uses a single-speed transmission. People generally appreciate its smooth acceleration, quiet cabin, and user-friendly technology, but dislike its limited range compared to newer electric vehicles.

Electric Motor

Single Electric Motor

• Motor Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Complete motor failure, loss of power, inability to start. Can be due to internal shorting or issues with the motor control module.
  • Solution: Motor replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $7,000 - $10,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Battery

• Reduced Range
  • Description/Symptoms: Noticeable decrease in driving range compared to original specifications, even with proper charging habits. This can be caused by battery degradation over time or individual cell failure.
  • Solution: Battery pack module replacement or complete battery pack replacement, depending on the severity.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $8,000+ depending on severity of replacement
  • Recalls: None Found
• Failure to Charge
  • Description/Symptoms: Inability to charge the vehicle using either Level 1, Level 2, or DC fast charging. May be related to the Battery Management System (BMS) or charging port.
  • Solution: Diagnosis and repair of charging port or BMS. Replacement of faulty components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500-$3,000+ depending on the problem.
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

Single Speed Transmission

No Issues Found

Suspension

• Premature Bushing Wear
  • Description/Symptoms: Knocking or squeaking noises from the front or rear suspension, especially when going over bumps. Visual inspection reveals cracking or tearing of the control arm bushings or sway bar bushings.
  • Solution: Replacement of the worn bushings or complete control arm replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $800+ per side depending on the repair.
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Infotainment System Freezing/Crashing
  • Description/Symptoms: The infotainment screen freezes, becomes unresponsive, or crashes frequently. This can affect navigation, audio, and climate control functions.
  • Solution: Software update, replacement of infotainment unit.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100-$1,500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• 12V Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: The 12V battery drains quickly, leading to starting issues or electrical malfunctions. This can be caused by parasitic draw from various systems.
  • Solution: Diagnosis of parasitic draw and repair of the faulty component. Battery replacement if necessary.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Faulty Door Lock Actuators
  • Description/Symptoms: Intermittent or complete failure of door locks. The door may not lock or unlock using the key fob or interior switch.
  • Solution: Replacement of the faulty door lock actuator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+ per door
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Malfunctioning Tail Lights
  • Description/Symptoms: Tail lights intermittently failing or completely ceasing to function. May be due to faulty bulb sockets or wiring issues.
  • Solution: Repair or replacement of bulb sockets, wiring harness repair, or complete tail light assembly replacement.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $400+ per tail light
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Rattling Dash
  • Description/Symptoms: Rattling noises coming from the dashboard, especially on rough roads.
  • Solution: Adding padding or securing loose components within the dashboard.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100-$300+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2020 Volkswagen e-Golf, while generally reliable, can experience issues related to its electric motor, battery, suspension, electrical system, exterior lights, and interior rattles. The most severe issues revolve around the electric motor and battery, which can be expensive to repair or replace. Other problems such as suspension bushing wear, infotainment issues, and door lock failures are more common but less costly to address.