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2023 Volkswagen Arteon

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 Arteon.

Transmission Automatic (AM-S7)

The 2023 Volkswagen Arteon comes equipped with an automatic transmission and EPA‑rated fuel economy of 25 mpg city/33 mpg highway/28 mpg combined. In its recent model‑year history the vehicle logged 13 owner complaints — the peak of a 2019‑2023 range that previously fell to just two complaints in 2020 — and a single recall that targets tires. This pattern indicates that while the Arteon remains structurally reliable, its latest complaint concentration on tire‑related issues suggests researchers should monitor this area closely.

Model year202320222021202020192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque103.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy25/33/28 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 06L115562B. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tail / brake / turnLAMPOEM · verified
Tire size245/35R20/XL 95HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter06L115562B
Engine air filter5Q0129620D
Spark plug06Q905601E
Battery000915089BC alt 000915089F
Front wiper blades3G8998002D
Serpentine belt06L903137A
Cabin air filter5Q0819669

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length191.3 in
Overall width73.6 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase111.8 in
Curb weight3618 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 62.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)57/43

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined25 / 33 / 28 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume96 cu ft
Cargo volume27 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Arteon of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.6–7.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.60 sec — 2022 SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION 2.0L Turbo I-44.60 sec13.30 sec300 hpAWD
2022SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION 2.0L Turbo I-45.00 sec13.60 sec300 hpAWD
2021SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION 2.0L Turbo I-46.10 sec14.60 sec268 hpAWD
2021SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION 2.0L Turbo I-46.40 sec14.70 sec268 hpAWD
2019SE 4MOTION 2.0L Turbo I-46.00 sec14.50 sec268 hpAWD
2019SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION 2.0L Turbo I-46.30 sec14.80 sec268 hpAWD
2019SEL Premium R-Line 4MOTION 2.0L Turbo I-47.40 sec15.60 sec268 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 103.0 ft-lbs.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103.0 ft-lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; coolant every 20,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 20,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miBattery (inspect) · Body Water Drains (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
At 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Instrument Cluster Warning Indicator (inspect) · Sunroof Assembly (inspect) · Suspension Ball Joint (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Instrument Cluster Warning Indicator (inspect) · Sunroof Assembly (inspect) · Suspension Ball Joint (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 100,000 miDrive Belt (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2023 Arteon experienced 13 federal complaints and one recall, a higher complaint count than the 2019 and 2020 model years, which reported 7 and 2 complaints respectively, while both earlier years had no recalls. Recall activity remained steady at one in 2019 and 2023, with 2020 having none, indicating a consistent but low recall frequency across the generation. Investigations were zero across all three years, and total safety bulletins fell from 427 in 2019 to 426 in 2020 and dropped to 245 in 2023, suggesting a decline in safety‑related advisories. The most common complaint categories for 2023 were tires (11 complaints) and wheels (2 complaints), with no reports of crash or fire incidents. Thus, 2023 sits at the upper end of the complaint trend for the Arteon, but recall and investigation activity remain low, implying that while some component issues persist, overall safety performance has not deteriorated significantly. As a concrete takeaway, 2023 is a reasonable purchase if you are comfortable with the higher tire‑related complaint volume, but you may want to ensure tires and wheels are in good condition or plan for potential replacements.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
245
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
13
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 13 complaints on record, top 2 components.

Tires11
Wheels2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

25V082000Back Over Prevention:SoftwareReported 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… Remedy: 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 245 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TT 10-18-02_22026-06-18EngineLubricating engine components before reassembly.
TT 13-20-01_32026-06-18EngineInstruction, how to lubicate engine before initial start.
Customer email_91UB2026-06-15Unknown Or OtherYour vehicle is currently eligible for the 91UB software update designed to:
Dealer 91UB2026-06-15Unknown Or OtherThis OTA update addresses a potential issue with special characters being broadcast over…
V6919012010479_172026-06-11Air BagsInquiries

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 2023 Arteon have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Arteon get?

EPA figures are 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined mpg.