NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line Safety Record
The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line 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 Sel R-Line has not undergone NHTSA crash testing, and therefore carries no federal star ratings. Without this data, a comprehensive assessment of its crashworthiness is not possible, and our Safety Index cannot be computed. The available federal record indicates a low incidence of post-sale issues, with zero recalls on file and a total of 14 owner-reported complaints. This limited data set, however, offers no direct insight into the vehicle's performance in crash scenarios.
The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls and a Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
- shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
| 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 Sel R-Line?
For the 2021 model year specifically, the Arteon Sel R-Line sits in the Light burden band, the least intensive tier in the recall and complaint framework. That placement is driven by two factors: a zero-recall count and a modest complaint volume of 14 unverified reports. The complaint pattern is notable in that the two most active categories, Forward Collision Avoidance at 6 allegations and Lane Departure at 3, both involve driver-assistance systems rather than primary structural or powertrain components. Tires account for another 3 alleged reports. Because NHTSA has not crash-tested this model year and no tested sibling years exist in the federal record, the Light band is the only quantitative safety signal available from the federal database for this vehicle.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line have any recalls?
The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. No recall campaigns appear in the federal database for this model year, which means no park-outside advisories and no do-not-drive directives have been issued through that channel. Shoppers should still verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov, as recall data is updated continuously.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line?
NHTSA has received 14 owner complaints for this model year, all unverified allegations. The most frequently reported components are Forward Collision Avoidance with 6 alleged incidents, Tires and Lane Departure each with 3, and the Electrical System with 2. One complaint alleges a crash and one alleges a fire; no injuries or deaths are reported.
14 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line?
All 2021 Arteon Sel R-Line owners should check the NHTSA open-recall database at nhtsa.gov using their VIN. Recall completion status varies by individual vehicle and is updated on a rolling basis; this check is free and takes only a moment.
- NHTSA has no crash-test score for the 2021 Arteon Sel R-Line, so no Safety Index or star ratings exist for this specific model year in the federal record.
- Zero recalls are on file for this model year, meaning no federal recall campaigns have been issued for this vehicle through the NHTSA database.
- Six of the 14 unverified owner complaints target the Forward Collision Avoidance system, making driver-assistance technology the single most reported concern in this model year's complaint record.
- The Light burden band assigned to this model year reflects only the recall and complaint record and cannot substitute for crash-test data when evaluating occupant protection.
FAQ2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line safety questions
Was the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line 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 Sel R-Line have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line 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 Sel R-Line?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 14 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line 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.