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2023 Volkswagen Golf R recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 2023 Volkswagen Golf R, covering 92,529 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Back over prevention: softwareReported June 27, 2024 · 84,432 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf R, Golf GTI, 2024 Atlas, and 2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024, and July 16, 2024. Owners may contact VW customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. VW's number for this recall is 91US.

Recall number 24V480000 · Recall details

Suspension: front: macpherson strutReported June 21, 2023 · 59 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The strut mount may be deformed, loosening the bolted connections to the suspension strut mounting.
Risk
Loose suspension connections can cause steering instability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the right and/or left suspension strut mountings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40T3.

Recall number 23V437000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: radiator assemblyReported September 21, 2022 · 8,038 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The radiator may not have been attached correctly to the intercooler, which can result in a damaged coolant hose.
Risk
A damaged coolant hose can leak, causing the engine to overheat, and increasing the risk of fire. In addition, large amounts of coolant spilling onto the roadway can increase the risk of a crash to other vehicles.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the radiator and replace any damaged parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19Q8.

Recall number 22V707000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2023 Volkswagen Golf R recalls

How do I check if my 2023 Volkswagen Golf R has an open recall?

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 2023 Volkswagen Golf R have?

3, covering back over prevention, suspension and engine and engine cooling.

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