NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 14 owner complaints for the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon. Most complaints involve tires (11) and wheels (3). The EPA rates it 25–28 mpg combined.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tiguan, 2023 Arteon, and 2024-2025 Audi Q3 vehicles. An error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“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 known issue for the VW Arteon and customers are forced to pay for replacements at significant cost to "upgrade" to safer more well-built tires.”
“I am reporting a severe vehicle safety hazard introduced by Boston Volkswagen and ignored by Volkswagen Group of America. The dealership delivered a 2023 Volkswagen Arteon with an incorrect, non-factory wheel offset and tire configuration that dramatically alters the engineered suspension geometry, creating a high risk of tire contact against suspension struts and brake lines. Due to widespread public records of consumer deceit at this location, I have not contacted Boston Volkswagen directly. I escalated this vehicle safety concern directly to the manufacturer, Volkswagen Group of America (Case Ref: 2026-09-10-07714101). VW of USA is ignoring the danger of this mechanical configuration and refusing to issue a safety directive or corporate remedy, deflecting the matter entirely. Immediate intervention was required before this non-compliant vehicle setup caused a catastrophic component failure at highway speeds. This remediation has led to direct out of pocket costs on my part. Attachments included: Online post from original owner showing they requested improper configuration and depicting improper wheels car was delivered with, Carfax from time of my my…”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arteon Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,750 | 318 |
| Arteon 4motion Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,100 | 347 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
1 safety recall as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are tires (11), wheels (3). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon at 25–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).