NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line Safety Record
The 2022 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 4 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line presents a limited but not alarming safety profile based on federal data. A "Clean" recall-and-complaint burden band is on file, with zero recalls and only four owner complaints, none of which involved crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. However, the federal record lacks crash-test data for this specific model year, meaning no star ratings or Safety Index score can be assigned. Without these assessments, a comprehensive conclusion on structural safety cannot be drawn from the available federal information.
The 2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls, and holds a Clean recall-and-complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Clean |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 4 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line?
The 2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line registers no federal recalls. This absence of corrective action by the manufacturer stands out in the federal record. Only four unverified consumer complaints have been lodged for this model year, placing it in the Clean burden band, the lightest category for federal safety documentation. These four allegations exclusively concern driver-assistance technology, specifically Forward Collision Avoidance and Lane Departure systems. This concentration is significant given the central role these systems play in the vehicle's active-safety architecture. No reported complaint describes a crash outcome or physical harm. With no tested sibling years in the data, structural crash-test context for the 2022 Arteon Sel R-Line is unavailable. The Clean burden band reflects the minimal federal safety documentation for this model year.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line have any recalls?
The 2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. No recall campaigns have been issued for this model year, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with any recall. Owners should still verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov, as recall status can change.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line?
Four owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, all unverified allegations. The most frequently cited components are Forward Collision Avoidance, named in three reports, and Lane Departure, named in two. Electrical System, Vehicle Speed Control, Steering, and Wheels each appear in one report. No complaints allege a crash, fire, injury, or death.
4 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line?
It is imperative that any prospective buyer verifies a specific vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov prior to purchase, as an open recall may have been issued subsequent to the compilation of this report. A clear record at the time of publication does not guarantee its ongoing status.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2022 Arteon Sel R-Line, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recalls are on file for this model year, placing it in the Clean burden band, the lightest category in the federal recall record.
- Three of the four unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA target Forward Collision Avoidance, and two cite Lane Departure, suggesting reported concerns cluster around the vehicle's driver-assistance systems rather than its structural or powertrain components.
- Shoppers and owners should verify their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov, because recall status is subject to change and a vehicle-level check is the only authoritative way to confirm whether any open campaign applies to a specific unit.
FAQ2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line safety questions
Was the 2022 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 4 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 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 2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 4 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volkswagen Arteon Sel R-Line 2022.
- 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.