Model year guide

2023 Volkswagen Arteon

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2023 Volkswagen Arteon is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 126 on record.

2023 Volkswagen Arteon — representative photo
Representative photo

2023 Volkswagen Arteon at a glance

Safety recalls1
Combined28 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2023 Volkswagen Arteon recalls 1

Back Over Prevention:software NHTSA Campaign #25V082000 · manufacturer #VW: 91NY, Audi: 90AV · 12/02/2025

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."

Fix: Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners April 3, 2024, and Volkswagen owners November 18, 2025.Volkswagen owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen custome…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2023 Volkswagen Arteon MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway33 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,950
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume96 cu ft
Cargo volume27 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2023 Volkswagen Arteon costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,750
Fuel only$14,750
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
191.3 in
Width
73.6 in
Height
57.1 in
Wheelbase
111.8 in
Curb weight
3,618 lb
Front track
62.6 in
Rear track
62.6 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 260

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 260.

Heat Sensative Trouble Shooting Explanation.

Bulletin TT 96 26 01 · Lane Departure · Sep 2026

Suggested fuel additive

Bulletin V0116152014815_20 · Engine · Sep 2026

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

Bulletin SM 39-2026 · Sep 2026

Brake rotor resurfacing

Bulletin V4619022015173_35 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026

Repair or Replace Information

Bulletin V4622022067177_5 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026

Steering wheel sensor mat (hands on detection) and software deviation in the steering wheel detection control module -1158-.

Bulletin V4823012070207_15 · Aug 2026

Warranty Alignment Worksheet

Bulletin V4418012043620_10 · Steering · Aug 2026

Replacement instruction

Bulletin V4015022033347_8 · Power Train · Aug 2026

Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order

Bulletin TT 00-13-04_7 · Aug 2026

Differences between a leak and seepage

Bulletin V0026012081638_2 · Aug 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the ARTEON SEL R-LINE AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Volkswagen Arteon

The Volkswagen Arteon is a car manufactured by German car manufacturer Volkswagen. Described as a large family car or a mid-size car, it is available in five-door liftback or estate body styles. The Arteon was unveiled on 6 March 2017, at the Geneva Motor Show, and at the Chicago Auto Show for the North American market. It is a direct successor to the CC; however, Volkswagen announced that the Arteon is positioned to be more upmarket than the CC. The vehicle is based on the MQB platform.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2023 Volkswagen Arteon vehicles on record

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2023 Volkswagen Arteon — frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon get?

The 2023 Volkswagen Arteon has a U.S. EPA estimate of 28 mpg combined (25 city / 33 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.