| Issue ID | 1247323 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10811289 |
| Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
| Model | E-GOLF |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 18/12/15 |
| Component | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While driving approximately 25-30 mph, the vehicle shuddered briefly, and the electric drive turned off. The driver airbag was disabled, in addition to steering and brake assist, and other safety features. The warning message appeared on the multifunction display stating "electrical system failure, stop!" i enabled the hazard lights, coasted to a stop, and placed the car in park. After several attempts, the electric drive would not restart. Vw 24-hour roadside assistance was called, and the vehicle was towed to a vw service center. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 2800 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | SUNNYVALE, CA |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 25 |
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