NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE Safety Record
The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 14 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE lacks federal crash-test ratings, with NHTSA not having evaluated this model year. Consequently, no star ratings or Safety Index score can be assigned. The available federal record indicates zero recalls and 14 unverified owner complaints. Without published crash-test data, a comprehensive safety assessment is not possible. The absence of testing should not be interpreted as either an endorsement or a concern regarding the vehicle's safety performance.
The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls on file, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety records.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 14 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE?
The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE sits in the Light burden band, driven by a clean recall slate of zero campaigns and a modest complaint count of 14 unverified reports. The complaint distribution is notable in that the two most active categories, Forward Collision Avoidance with 6 alleged incidents and Lane Departure with 3, point toward driver-assistance technology rather than structural or powertrain concerns. One alleged crash and one alleged fire appear in the complaint record, though neither has been verified or linked to a recall action. No tested sibling years for this model exist in the NHTSA data we cover, so there is no adjacent crash-test result that can serve as a directional reference. The Light band reflects a low administrative footprint in federal safety records, but it does not fill the gap left by the absence of crash-test data.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE have any recalls?
The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. No recall campaigns have been issued for this model year, meaning there are no park-outside advisories, no do-not-drive directives, and no remedy actions tied to this vehicle through federal recall records.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE?
NHTSA has received 14 unverified owner complaints for the 2021 Arteon SE. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance, reported in 6 complaints, followed by Tires and Lane Departure, each cited in 3 complaints. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
14 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE?
Recall data for the 2021 Arteon SE indicates two distinct recall actions. Both involve the fuel system, with one recall addressing an incorrectly installed activated charcoal canister and the other citing a potential fuel leak due to an improperly tightened fuel tank screw. These are critical safety concerns. Prospective buyers should verify that these, or any subsequent recalls, have been addressed by checking the specific vehicle's VIN on nhtsa.gov.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE, so no star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recalls are on file for the 2021 Arteon SE, meaning no federal remedy campaigns have been issued for this model year.
- Six of the 14 unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year allege problems with the Forward Collision Avoidance system, making it the most frequently reported concern in the federal complaint record.
- Shoppers and current owners should verify their specific vehicle's recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov, as new campaigns can be added after any snapshot of federal data is taken.
FAQ2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE safety questions
Was the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 14 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 14 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon SE. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volkswagen Arteon SE 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.