What weaknesses does the VW Arteon 1 have?

The VW 2.0L TDI (Diesel, 150–190 PS) comes with 4 different engines: DFGA (2017–2020, Be Careful) und DFHA (2017–2020, Be Careful) und DBGA (2017–2020, Be Careful) und DDMA (2017–2020, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L TDI!

The VW 1.5L TSI (Benziner, 150 PS) has the DADA (1.5L TSI) — rated: "Be Careful", 11 known weaknesses.

The VW 2.0L TSI (Benziner, 190–280 PS) comes with 3 different engines: CZPB (2017–2024, Be Careful) und CJXA (2017–2020, Be Careful) und DJHC (2017–2020, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L TSI!

Vehicle Weaknesses

	Weakness	Cost
✖	Recall: rear wheel bearing housing not correctly hardened Manufacturing defect in August 2017: rear wheel bearing housings not correctly hardened. In the worst case the wheel carrier can fracture, causing complete loss of wheel guidance. VW replaces both rear wheel bearing housings. Symptoms: No noticeable symptoms before failure — safety-critical, check only via sticker in the spare wheel recess. Ad wheel bearinggehäuse rear Arteon 3H Radträger rear axle 5Q0505436	Low
✖	Recall: brake booster mounting defective The input rod between the electric brake booster and the brake pedal can come loose. Possible complete loss of braking, with only emergency braking function remaining. Affects model years 2019–2021. Symptoms: Brake pedal suddenly offers no resistance; greatly extended stopping distance; pedal travel goes to the floor. Ad brake booster Arteon eBKV Druckeingangsstange Bremspedal	Low
!	4Motion Haldex coupling: wear from missed oil service On 4Motion variants, a missed Haldex oil change leads to pump wear and overheating of the multi-plate clutch. Without an oil change every 40,000–60,000 km, AWD failure and differential damage are at risk. Symptoms: Front wheels spin on take-off instead of AWD engaging; vibrations in corners. from 80,000 km Ad Haldex Öl Arteon G052175A2 Haldex Pumpe 4Motion Allradclutch Arteon	High

NHTSA Owner Complaints

Above Average

20 complaints · 2017–2026

Tires

Electrical

Airbags

Visibility

Backup Camera/Sensors

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Tires (13 complaints)

⚠ Electrical (2 complaints)

⚠ Airbags (1 complaints)

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 109 weaknesses have been documented for the VW Arteon 1 (2017–2026) — 99 engine-related and 10 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Gearbox, Suspension, Electronics. Considered reliable: DNNA (2.0L TSI).

Arteon (DFGA, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: Camshaft Oil Seal Leaking onto Timing Belt, Timing Belt: Interval NOT Maintenance-Free, Turbocharger Bearing Damage from Oil Starvation. Power: 150 PS.

Arteon (DFHA, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: EGR Cooler Cracks EA288 Ateca/Tarraco 4Drive, Turbocharger Failure from DPF/EGR Blockage, EGR Cooler Crack / Coolant Loss. Power: 190 PS.

Arteon (DBGA, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: Water Pump Failure, EGR Valve Coking and Failure, DPF Clogging with Short-Trip Use. Power: 150 PS.

Arteon (DDMA, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: Turbocharger Bearing Damage, EGR Valve Coking 190hp, DPF Differential Pressure Sensor Defective. Power: 190 PS.

Arteon (CUAA, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: Biturbo System: Small Turbocharger Wear, EGR Cooler Hairline Cracks with Coolant Loss, Timing Chain Stretch with Risk of Engine Damage. Power: 239 PS.

Arteon (DTUA, 2020–2026) — Be Careful: EGR Cooler Cracks and Coolant Loss, Wet Timing Belt with Vulnerable Water Pump, EGR System EA288 evo Tarraco 200 hp. Power: 193–200 PS.

Arteon (DADA, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: Wet Timing Belt Running in Oil Bath, Leaking Injectors, Elevated Oil Consumption Due to Piston Rings. Power: 150 PS.

Arteon (CZPB, 2017–2024) — Be Careful: Electric Water Pump Failure, HPFP with Cam Follower Wear, Thermostat Module Leaking or Defective. Power: 190 PS.

Arteon (CJXA, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: High-pressure pump cam follower wear EA888 Gen3 Cupra, Connecting rod / oil pump damage under high load, Water pump failure — coolant loss EA888 Gen3. Power: 280 PS.

Arteon (DJHC, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: Timing Chain Elongation EA888 Gen3B, HPFP Defective, Elevated Oil Consumption Due to Piston Rings. Power: 280 PS.

Arteon (DNFG, 2020–2026) — Be Careful: Fuel pump defective — slide valve sticks, Water pump leaks or fails, DQ381 DSG mechatronics — pressure sensor defective. Power: 320 PS.

Arteon (DNFE, 2020–2026) — Be Careful: DSG7 DQ381 mechatronics defect, Timing chain stretch EA888 Evo4, Intake valve coking — direct injection engine. Power: 280 PS.

Arteon (DSFB, 2020–2026) — Be Careful: Timing Chain EA888 Evo4 High-Performance Operation, DSG7 DQ381 Clutch Pack Under High Load, EGR Cooler Crack – Coolant Loss. Power: 300 PS.

Arteon (DGEB, 2020–2026) — Be Careful: Recall: HV Battery Fuse Fire Risk, HV Battery Heat Exchanger Defective, HV Battery Capacity Loss. Power: 218 PS.

What to watch out for with the VW Arteon? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the VW Arteon 1 have? +

The VW Arteon 1 has 99 known engine weaknesses and 10 vehicle weaknesses.

What should I look for when buying a used VW Arteon 1? +

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Which engine is recommended? +

Good choice: DNNA (2.0L TSI). The most reliable engine is the DNNA (2.0L TSI) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the DNFG (2.0L TFSI).

Which VW Arteon 1 engine is the most reliable? +

The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the VW Arteon 1. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 5 known weaknesses to be aware of.

Which VW Arteon 1 engine is the most fun? +

The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the VW Arteon 1 — rated: "Legendary!". {description} 320 hp, 0–100 in 4.9 s, torque-vectoring all-wheel drive: the Arteon R is as fast as it looks understated. Scalpel steering, adaptive chassis — understatement at the highest level.

Is the VW Arteon 1 worth buying used? +

The VW Arteon 1 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 15 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.

What horsepower variants are available for the VW Arteon 1? +

The VW Arteon 1 is available with engine variants from 149 to 333 hp. Petrol: DNFG (2.0L TFSI), DADA (1.5L TSI), CZPB (2.0L TSI), CJXA (2.0L TSI), DNNA (2.0L TSI), DJHC (2.0L TSI), DNFE (2.0L TSI), DSFB (2.0L TSI), DGEB (1.4L TSI eHybrid). Diesel: DTUA (2.0L TDI), DFGA (2.0L TDI), DFHA (2.0L TDI), DBGA (2.0L TDI), DDMA (2.0L TDI), CUAA (2.0L BiTDI).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee