# 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — ENGINE
> NHTSA complaint `1812163` · 2022-05-11 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
## Severity
- **Deaths:** 0
- **Injured:** 0
- **Fire:** Yes
- **Crash:** No
- **Police report:** No
- **Medical attention:** No
- **Vehicle towed:** No
## Vehicle
- **Make:** VOLKSWAGEN
- **Model:** GOLF
- **Year:** 2011
- **Manufacturer:** Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- **Component:** ENGINE
## Narrative
Electrical Short caused catastrophic fire in engine compartment, suspected issue is a water leak due to faulty manufacturing.  Leak was noted by Volkswagen repair facility and was to be inspected and repaired within 30 days
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