2022 Volkswagen Golf R and Volkswagen GTI recall: engine

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 16, 2022. It covers about 4,269 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 4,269
reported: Mar 16, 2022
owners notified: Mar 29, 2022
related complaints: 4

Engine

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf GTI and Golf R vehicles. Certain driving situations, such as high acceleration driving maneuvers, may loosen the engine design cover.
Risk: A loose engine design cover may contact hot surfaces in the engine compartment and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the engine design cover, free of charge. Once parts become available, Volkswagen will provide a free updated engine design cover under a separate Service Action. Owner notification letters were mailed by March 29, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10H5.

Recall number 22V163000

Affected vehicles

Volkswagen Golf R 2022 2022
Volkswagen GTI 2022 2022

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about engine problems.

2022 Volkswagen Golf R 2022 Volkswagen GTI

Questions about recall 22V163000

Is there a recall on the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R and Volkswagen GTI engine?

Yes. Recall 22V163000, reported on March 16, 2022, covers about 4,269 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V163000?

Dealers will remove the engine design cover, free of charge. Once parts become available, Volkswagen will provide a free updated engine design cover under a separate Service Action. Owner notification letters were mailed by March 29, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10H5.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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