2023 Volkswagen Golf R Recall List
3 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Volkswagen Golf R, affecting collision avoidance & cameras, suspension, wheels & tires, and engine. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Volkswagen dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- Do Not Drive
- 0
- Park Outside
- 0
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- Jun 27, 2024
- Owner complaints
- 6
All 2023 Volkswagen Golf R recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- NHTSA 24V480000Jun 27, 2024Collision Avoidance & Cameras84,432 vehicles
Back over prevention:software
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.
- NHTSA 23V437000Jun 21, 2023Suspension, Wheels & Tires59 vehicles
Suspension:front:macpherson strut
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.
- NHTSA 22V707000Sep 21, 2022Engine8,038 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2023 Volkswagen Golf R have?
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2023 Volkswagen Golf R, covering collision avoidance & cameras, suspension, wheels & tires, and engine.
- Are 2023 Volkswagen Golf R recall repairs free?
- Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
- What is the most recent recall on the 2023 Volkswagen Golf R?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 24V480000, reported Jun 27, 2024, concerning the collision avoidance & cameras.