Engine overheats or leaks coolant

What got replaced

Owners who name the part that was replaced mention the head gasket (22 reports).

Recalls and investigations

No recall on the engine covers the 2023 model year as of Sep 19, 2026.

When it happens

The middle half of failures fell between 10,185 and 22,000 miles, from the 14 reports that gave a mileage.

What owners wrote

“I took the vehicle in to the VW dealership for service on 06/30/25 and they found that the head gasket had failed after only 26500 miles. A failed head gasket could lead to engine failure during operation which would create a significant safety issue.”

Filed Feb 28, 2026 · 26,500 miles

“unknown head gasket, went out at 22,000 miles Low coolant light High engine temperatures Overheating Empty coolant reservoir Smell of coolant Coolant residue on the engine block Most of the head gasket failures also occurred at relatively low miles.”

Filed May 21, 2025 · 22,000 miles

“a low coolant light went on . Brought car in and head gasket and rear brake pads need to be replaced. the car has 16000 miles on it. This is unacceptable. !!!!!!!!!!!! I would like to know if the car will be replaced with the same faulty brake pads and the same faulty head gasket. These are know issues so why hasn't VW fixed both these parts and why would I want to same ones in my car that are known to be faulty.”

Filed Sep 25, 2024 · 16,000 miles

“Coolant leak and head gasket problem after only 20,000 miles. Common issue others have reported.”

Filed Jun 27, 2024 · 20,000 miles

Other problems on this car

• Brakes grind, pulse or wear early 33 reports