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2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Golf Alltrack.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (AM-S6)

The 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack enters the reference record as a passenger car built around a six-speed automated-manual (AM-S6) transmission, with a lubrication system specified at 6.0 quarts of 5W-40 oil. The EPA rates it at 22 mpg in the city, 30 mpg on the highway, and 25 mpg combined, placing its efficiency profile squarely within the compact-class conversation rather than at the top of it. Closing the file is a reliability footprint of 81 total owner complaints led by engine concerns and six recalls in the headline counts alone — a baseline that researchers should weigh against neighboring model years rather than read in isolation.

Model year201920182017

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-40OEM · verified
Lug nut torque89 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy22/30/25 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.

Tire size205/55R17/XL 95HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter06L115562B
Engine air filter5QM129620
Spark plug06K905601D
Battery5K0915105G
Front wiper blades5G1998002
Serpentine belt06L903137A
Cabin air filter5Q0819669

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length167.3 in
Overall width70.9 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase103.5 in
Curb weight3424 lb
Track (front / rear)60.6 / 59.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined22 / 30 / 25 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume94 cu ft
Cargo volume30 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 6.0 qt of 5W-40 engine oil. Torque lug nuts to 89 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine Oil5W-40
Engine Oil Capacity6.0 qt

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts6.6 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts18.4 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts89 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4
Spark Plug ManufacturerVolkswagen
Spark Plug Gap.028-.031 in
Spark Plug Torque22 ft-lbs

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 15; Rear: 15
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 15
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .863; Rear: .315

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Lower vehicle and tighten an additional 180°148 ft. lbs
Rear Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Lower vehicle and tighten an additional 180°148 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
133 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°.33 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
129.5 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90°. Step 3: 90°. Step 4: Bolt 11: 3 ft. lbs. Step 5: Bolt 11: 90°.29.5 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 44 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90°.22 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
148 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°.48 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.

Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exterior Lighting (inspect)
At 40,000 miSunroof Assembly (lubricate)
Every 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Instrument Cluster Warning Indicator (inspect)
Every 60,000 miAir Intake Hose Debris Screen (clean) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Air Filter Housing (clean)

Reliability & federal safety record

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

Owner complaints about the 2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack lead in one area — the engine, 19 of 81 reports (23%), well ahead of the next concern. None of this vehicle's 6 recall campaigns target the engine, so those reports read as owner-reported wear-and-tear rather than an acknowledged defect. 3 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the engine pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

6
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
574
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
3
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
81
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 81 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine19
Unknown Or Other8
Power Train7
Electrical System6
Power Train,Engine6
Forward Collision Avoidance3
Service Brakes3
Unknown Or Other,Engine3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V188000Suspension:Rear:Springs:Coil SpringsReported 06/03/2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture. Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service…

19V615000Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control ModuleReported 22/08/2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped… Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 574 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.
V6919012010479_172026-06-11Air BagsInquiries
V1719012012855_812026-06-04EngineVolkswagen Engine Oil Standards
V0026012081638_12026-05-19Unknown Or OtherDifference between Component fluid leakage and seepage

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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Vehicles with shared specs

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Vehicles taking 6.0 qtEngine oil filter 06L115562BEngine air filter 5QM129620Spark plug 06K905601DBattery 5K0915105G

Reference guides

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2019 Golf Alltrack take?

6.0 qt of 5W-40, per the factory manual.

Does the 2019 Golf Alltrack have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Golf Alltrack get?

EPA figures are 22 city / 30 highway / 25 combined mpg.