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2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
14Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE VOLKSWAGEN ARTEON SEL R-LINE

The Volkswagen Arteon SEL R-Line is a sleek, fastback-style four-door that slots into the near-luxury midsize sedan segment. Positioned above the Passat and aimed at style-conscious buyers who want European refinement without a premium badge premium, the Arteon competes on design and driving character rather than sheer volume, making it a niche but genuinely distinctive choice in the American market.

VERDICT

The 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 14 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the Arteon for its striking fastback styling, composed and refined driving dynamics, and an interior that punches above its price point with quality materials and a polished, upscale feel. Most find the driving experience genuinely engaging for the segment. Common criticisms tend to center on rear passenger space given the sloping roofline and the model's limited US dealer footprint.

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NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line at NHTSA as of 2026-07-03. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

14 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

1reported crash
1reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsForward Collision Avoidance 6Tires 3Lane Departure 3Electrical System 2Unknown Or Other 2Vehicle Speed Control 1

Other Arteon Sel R-Line years

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line 2021. Methodology · Disclosure