Model year guide

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Volkswagen Golf is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.

2005 Volkswagen Golf at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints19
Combined29 mpg
Typical price$2,395

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2005 Volkswagen Golf recalls 4

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine NHTSA Campaign #14E007000 · 07/03/2014

The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use i…

Fix: Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.

Fuel System, Diesel NHTSA Campaign #04V586000 · 15/12/2004

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE HIGH PRESSURE DIESEL PUMPS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPER FASTENER, WHICH COULD ALLOW DIESEL FUEL TO ESCAPE FROM THE PUMP.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DIESEL PUMP. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 8, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder NHTSA Campaign #07E023000 · 29/03/2007

CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.

Fix: CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #07V063000 · 20/02/2007

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER, WAGON, AND CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OR WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION IF IT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NEWLY DESIGNED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2007, AND WILL BE CONDUCTED IN SEVERAL STAGGERED MAILINGS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 21, 2007. VEHICLES WITHIN THE MAKE, MODEL, AND MODEL YEAR OF THIS POPULATION MAY BE INVOLVED IN EITHER THIS RECALL O…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2005 Volkswagen Golf common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2005 Volkswagen Golf MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,475

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2005 Volkswagen Golf worth?

Low
$1,300
Typical price
$2,395
High
$4,400

From 10 comparable 2005 Volkswagen Golf listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Volkswagen Golf costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,375
Depreciation (5 yrs)$800
Total$13,175
Per mile$0.18

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($2,395) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,585), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2005 Volkswagen Golf trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS · GL · GLS TDI
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 115 hp · 1.9L 4-cyl 100 hp

2005 Volkswagen Golf vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen Golf model years

2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2007 2006 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998

2005 Volkswagen Golf — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Volkswagen Golf have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2005 Volkswagen Golf. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, fuel system, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Volkswagen Golf get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2005 Volkswagen Golf at about 29 mpg combined (26 city / 34 highway).

How much is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf worth?

Comparable 2005 Volkswagen Golf listings run roughly $1,300–$4,400, typically around $2,395 (from 10 vehicles).

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