2022 Volkswagen Arteon: common problems
The maker issued 309 service bulletins for this year. We found 1 repair videos on YouTube. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 309
- YouTube repair videos
- 1
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 2 L · petrol · turbo · 4 cyl
- dual-clutch (DCT), 7-speed
Drive: FWD, AWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 66 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 61 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 54 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 48 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Seat belts | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 5 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Suggested fuel additive
- Heat Sensative Trouble Shooting Explanation
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided
- Steering wheel sensor mat (hands on detection) and software deviation in the steering wheel detection…
Steering wheel sensor mat (hands on detection) and software deviation in the steering wheel detection control module -1158-.
- Repair or Replace Information
- Warranty Alignment Worksheet
- Replacement instruction
- Differences between a leak and seepage
- Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order
- This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during…
This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: DA 0019 - Hotfix 12-V battery…
- Over-the-Air Software Update Dealer Recovery Process
- MIB3 Recovery Solution
NHTSA lists 309 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Repair videos
We do not copy videos: these are YouTube links credited to their authors. Amounts are as stated by the author and not verified by us.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 309 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon?
NHTSA lists 309 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 Volkswagen Arteon from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2022 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.