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Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Dealer reported
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 6 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Rear visibility systemStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Collision AvoidanceDealer listed
Parking AssistDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Nov 15, 2026.
Recalls, investigations and service information +
Open safety recalls
A current VIN-specific recall result is not available in this report. Crash-test ratings do not establish whether recalls have been repaired. Ask the dealer for the current recall status and completed repair records for this VIN.
VIN: WVWJB7CD9VW156077
Matched year, make and model · not VIN-specific
NHTSA investigations and service information
Defect investigations
0 NHTSA investigations found for this model year
Manufacturer communications
11 communications found for this model year
These records can include service bulletins, repair instructions, campaigns, warranty extensions, software updates and other manufacturer notices. The total is not a problem rate or reliability score.
View example records
Document 11038143
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
Document 11039303
Prevent Sporatic Misfire Faults.
Document 11039304
Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
Document 11039306
Engine missfire diagnostic aid
Document 11039307
Reprogramming Control Module process
Document 11039308
When replacing Evaporative Emissions System components, it is not always necessary to replace the entire EVAP canister system as a complete assembly, if the failed components are available as standalone replacement parts.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Checked Nov 15, 2026. Records match 2027 Volkswagen Golf R, not a specific VIN.
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Vehicle information checked Nov 15, 2026. Model-level information is identified separately from equipment reported for this VIN.
Vehicle specifications
Specifications and features
VIN-decoded specifications
Engine horsepower
328 hp
Dealer-provided specifications
Engine
2.0L TSI DOHC
Dealer-listed features 20
Cruise Control
Collision Avoidance
Backup Camera
Parking Assist
Fog Lights
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
AWD
Sunroof/Moonroof
Adaptive Cruise Control
Push Start
Keyless Entry
Android Auto
Apple Car Play
Wifi Hotspot
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Leather Seats
Power Seats
Automatic Climate Control
VIN-decoded details come from NHTSA vPIC. Features are listed by the dealer for this vehicle; confirm equipment with the dealer.
Exact VIN decode
Factory configuration and equipment
Vehicle type
PASSENGER CAR
Doors
4
Engine
2L · 4-cylinder
Engine model
TSI
Turbo
Yes
Manufactured in
WOLFSBURG, LOWER SAXONY, GERMANY
Source: NHTSA vPIC. Decoded Nov 15, 2026. Blank fields are omitted because manufacturer VIN reporting varies.
EPA-matched vehicle configuration
Fuel economy, emissions and ownership estimates
City
23 MPG
Highway
31 MPG
Combined
26 MPG
Fuel type
Premium Gasoline
EPA vehicle category
Midsize Cars
EPA engine description
SIDI
Fuel used per 100 miles
3.8 gallons
Estimated annual fuel cost
$2,900
Estimated monthly fuel cost
$242
Estimated fuel cost per 100 miles
$19.33
EPA five-year additional cost
$3,750
Tailpipe CO₂
347 g/mile
Greenhouse gas score
5 of 10
Fuel economy score
5 of 10
Automatic engine stop/start
Equipped
Cylinder deactivation
Not equipped
Petroleum use
11.4 barrels/year
Matched to this vehicle's decoded configuration: Golf R · Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo. Source: U.S. EPA. Retrieved Nov 15, 2026.
Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Automatic emergency braking (AEB) Dealer reported
Forward collision warning (FCW) Dealer reported
Lane-keeping assist (LKA) Dealer reported
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Dealer reported
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Dealer reported
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Adaptive headlights Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 27 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Rear visibility systemStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Collision AvoidanceDealer listed
Parking AssistDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Blue painted front and rear brake calipersDealer listed
Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro digital/analog instrumentation displayDealer listed
Configurable instrumentation gaugesDealer listed
Hill start assistDealer listed
Park Distance Control w/Park Assist front and rear parking sensorsDealer listed
LED daytime running lightsDealer listed
Auto-leveling headlightsDealer listed
Front cornering lightsDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Nov 15, 2026.
Dealer-listed features 115
Cruise Control
Collision Avoidance
Backup Camera
Parking Assist
Fog Lights
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
AWD
Sunroof/Moonroof
Adaptive Cruise Control
Push Start
Keyless Entry
Android Auto
Apple Car Play
Wifi Hotspot
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Leather Seats
Power Seats
Automatic Climate Control
Satellite Radio
Alloy Wheels
Interior 25
Ventilated driver and front passenger seats
Heated steering wheel
Heated driver and front passenger seats
Heated rear seats
Nappa leather front seat upholstery
Driver seat power reclining, lumbar support, cushion extension, cushion tilt, fore/aft control and height adjustable control
Dual-zone front climate control
Rear climate control with rear controls
Nappa leather rear seat upholstery
Climatronic automatic climate control
Leather steering wheel
Manual tilting steering wheel
Manual telescopic steering wheel
Cabin air filter
Rear under seat climate control ducts
Rear console climate control ducts
Bucket front seats
Driver seat with 8-way directional controls
Sport front bucket seats
Front seat center armrest
Front passenger seat with 6-way directional controls
Driver seat with 4-way power lumbar
Manual front passenger seat lumbar
Sport steering wheel
Rear bench seat
Exterior 22
First-row sliding and tilting glass sunroof with power 1-touch activation sunshade
Wheel security locks
19 x 8-inch front and rear machined w/painted accents aluminum wheels
Illuminated emblem
Front accent lighting
P235/35YR19 summer performance BSW front and rear tires
Rear wing spoiler
Black front bumper insert
4 doors
Fully galvanized steel body panels with side impact beams
Body-colored front bumper
Body-colored rear bumper
Rocker panel extensions
Black grille
Black side window trim
Body-colored door handles
Monotone paint
Standard style side mirrors
Metal-look door mirrors
Black front bumper rub strip
Black rear bumper rub strip
Black windshield trim
Mechanical 25
Full-time AWD
2L I-4 direct injection, DOHC, variable valve control, intercooled turbo, premium gasoline, engine with 328HP