2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R

5 recalls — 20 complaints — 277 TSBs

24V480000 Jun 27, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
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 Moto... Read more
Consequence
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.
84,432 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
22V823000 Nov 2, 2022
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8, Audi S3, RS3 Sedan, Q4 E-Tron SUV, A3 Sedan, and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, and ID4 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear or when the park fu... Read more
Consequence
An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and... Read more
2,607 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
22V707000 Sep 21, 2022
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
8,038 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
22V542000 Jul 27, 2022
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The touch switch for the sunroof may be too sensitive, allowing it to be inadvertently pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Sta... Read more
Consequence
A sunroof switch that is inadvertently pressed can result in unintended auto-closure of the sunroof, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the roof module switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 23, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 60F6.
2,238 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
22V163000 Mar 16, 2022
ENGINE
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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... Read more
4,269 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

20 total complaints 1 fires

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
UNKNOWN OR OTHER3
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS3
ENGINE3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
SUSPENSION1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING1
VISIBILITY/WIPER1
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
STRUCTURE:BODY Oct 19, 2025
Incident date: Oct 16, 2025
We own a 2020 Toyota Highlander, and both of the exterior door handles for the backseat have broken. The first in Jan 2025 and the second a few days ago. When the first was repaired (a different door) I was told this happens often on Toyota doors and is to be expected. If this is true why are str... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING Oct 19, 2025
Incident date: Oct 16, 2025
While stopped at a stoplight, the infotainment system went blank and all sorts of errors showed on dashboard display. The infotainment system continued to turn on and off approximately every 30 seconds. No audio, no backup camera and limited to no functionality via the infotainment system. Accordi... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Oct 19, 2025
Incident date: Oct 16, 2025
While stopped at a stoplight, the infotainment system went blank and all sorts of errors showed on dashboard display. The infotainment system continued to turn on and off approximately every 30 seconds. No audio, no backup camera and limited to no functionality via the infotainment system. Accordi... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 19, 2024
Incident date: Jun 18, 2024
I received notification from Honda of a recall on my battery cable harness. The defect increases the likelihood of a fire during a crash. The notification was revevied in January so I called to make an appointment to have it repaired. I was told the part was not available and to call back in 30-d... Read more
STEERING Jun 19, 2024
Incident date: Jun 18, 2024
electronic power steering went out, while driving, like driving a 80’s model. Wheel lock and had to man handle the steering. Hard to tell how much fluid there when the system is sealed
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 2, 2024
Incident date: Mar 8, 2023
Driving down the road and all of a sudden multiple warnings come on the dash. They include : Service AvanceTrac, pre collision assist not available, 4WD fault service required, and Hill start assist not available. These warning all clear upon restart but will come back at random times. I joined a fo... Read more
ENGINE Jun 2, 2024
Incident date: Mar 8, 2023
I have owned this KIA for 2 years and put 7000 miles on it. It has excessive oil consumption, currently using 1.5qt of oil every 200 miles. I have had 2 engine flushes and switched to Mobil 1 synthetic oil. KIA dealerships as well as KIA CORP have told me they will do nothing until the engine seizes... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS May 15, 2024
Incident date: May 15, 2024
Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time. It is triggered at engine start and persists through all speeds. I have experienced it 0-70 mph. The flash... Read more
ENGINE May 15, 2024
Incident date: May 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM May 15, 2024
Incident date: May 15, 2024
The fuel tank leaks after filling with fuel, resulting in gas vapors filling the garage. This is a known issue with many C6 corvettes. May result in a fire or explosion
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC May 3, 2024
Incident date: May 3, 2024
The contact's son owned a 2018 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while the driver was driving 5 MPH, he noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The driver was able to pull to the side of the road. The contact stated that the driver opened... Read more
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Apr 26, 2024
Incident date: Apr 25, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Accord. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 21, 2024
Incident date: Mar 21, 2024
On 2/11/23, our 2017 Chevrolet Volt displayed a check engine light and the engine started to overheat, as determined by the driver from the dash coolant temperate display, while driving down the interstate after 1 hour of driving. The car was pulled over to the side of the road and towed home. Upo... Read more
ENGINE Mar 21, 2024
Incident date: Mar 21, 2024
On 2/11/23, our 2017 Chevrolet Volt displayed a check engine light and the engine started to overheat, as determined by the driver from the dash coolant temperate display, while driving down the interstate after 1 hour of driving. The car was pulled over to the side of the road and towed home. Upo... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Mar 21, 2024
Incident date: Mar 21, 2024
Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time. It is triggered at engine start and persists through all speeds. I have experienced it 0-70 mph. The flash... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Mar 14, 2024
Incident date: Jan 31, 2024
On March 14, 2024 at approximately 11:40, while driving on a private driveway, which had no other cars or pedestrians on or near it, my vehicle performed its own emergeny braking effort to bring the car to a stop. The standard KIA Emergency Braking warking text displayed on the dashboard declaring ... Read more
SUSPENSION Jul 13, 2023
Incident date: Jul 4, 2023
We repeatedly received an error saying “Vehicle too high, drive with caution”, at which point, the suspension adjustment controls would not work and I could not lower the vehicle. The service department has had our vehicle for over 2 months now and I am unsure if they were able to duplicate this... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 13, 2023
Incident date: Jul 4, 2023
I purchased a new 2023 Ford Explorer and during the finance process I found out it had a rear back up camera recall . I wasn’t able to take possession of my vehicle . It’s been sitting on the car dealership lot where I bought it . I bought it May 26th and the repair still hasn’t been resolved ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Jul 13, 2023
Incident date: Jul 4, 2023
Travel assistance failure are constant and the emergency braking system engages occasionally which can be a detriment to the occupants. The constant chiming and notifications are a distraction and the car has to be stopped and turned off in hopes of the system resetting properly. Dealerships do not ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jan 14, 2023
Incident date: Dec 20, 2022
I brought the car in with working air, which included heating and a feature called Climate Keeper. I brought the car in with working Supercharging. I got the car back with broken Climate Keeper and soon after broken air, completely broken, and broken Supercharging. Also now the hood is bent.

NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R

2022 Volkswagen Golf R 4 DR AWD

CategoryRating
Rollover Risk 0.0%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R

277 manufacturer communications from 198 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING32
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL25
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER24
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM21
350000 EQUIPMENT17
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION12
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL11
160000 STRUCTURE10
V4823012070207_7 Apr 16, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Hardware-related deviation of the sensor mat ("hands on detection") in the steering wheel and software-related deviation in the steering wheel touch detection control module -J1158-.
V171905201285571 Apr 10, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW Engine oil quality standards
Dealer 34N4_REV1 Apr 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
In certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the shift knob could become detached during use. If this happens, the shift knob can be replaced immediately and this issue does not affect the drivability of the vehicle. The gears c
Circ_34N4_REV1 Apr 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
In certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the shift knob could become detached during use. If this happens, the shift knob can be replaced immediately and this issue does not affect the drivability of the vehicle. The gears c
V8724012073173_1 Mar 18, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Various Issues with heated steering wheel
V8724012073173_1 Mar 18, 2024
010000 STEERING
Various Issues with heated steering wheel
V871808204903921 Mar 11, 2024
138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS
Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the R1234yf Refrigerant Circuit (U.S. Only) updated to adjust Flush machine filter pricing.
V871808204903921 Mar 11, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the R1234yf Refrigerant Circuit (U.S. Only) updated to adjust Flush machine filter pricing.
TT 01 19 05_6 Feb 22, 2024
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Engine Crank, No Start or No -J623- ECM Communication with DTC U0100 Stored in ECM Fault Memory
V171901201285570 Feb 22, 2024
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
VW Engine oil quality standards
V5719022055190_5 Feb 19, 2024
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Remote Key testing & replacement.
V5719022055190_5 Feb 19, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Remote Key testing & replacement.
V9423012069487_5 Feb 12, 2024
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Headlamp: Rubber lip-seal (between headlight and fender) loose
V171901201285569 Jan 25, 2024
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285569 Jan 25, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW Engine oil quality standards
TT 87 19 02_3 Jan 18, 2024
138410 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR:CLUTCH
A/C Compressor leak diagnosis
TT 87 19 02_3 Jan 18, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
A/C Compressor leak diagnosis
TT 91 24 01 Jan 11, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Addressing Cybersecurity or Vehicle Hack concerns
V691901201047916 Jan 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.
V001901204059013 Dec 14, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Paint inspection during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
V171901201285568 Nov 22, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285568 Nov 22, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW Engine oil quality standards
V871810204370421 Nov 13, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Reporting procedure for A/C compressor replacement regardless of the reason for failure. Update to model year applicability and new warranty GFF labor operation number
Bull 57J3_REV1 Nov 3, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time. Updated repair, claiming, and part information.
Bull 57J3_REV1 Nov 3, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time. Updated repair, claiming, and part information.
Dealer 57J3_REV1 Nov 3, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time. Updated repair, claiming, and part information.
Dealer 57J3_REV1 Nov 3, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time. Updated repair, claiming, and part information.
V171901201285567 Oct 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW Engine oil quality standards
V4823012070207_6 Oct 30, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Various driver assist features do not work or are able to be switched on.
V4823012070207_6 Oct 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Various driver assist features do not work or are able to be switched on.
V9123042071790_1 Oct 18, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
MIB infotainment system recovery for unresponsive condition.
V9423012069487_4 Oct 17, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Headlamp rubber lip seal repair.
V9423012069487_4 Oct 17, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Headlamp rubber lip seal repair.
Bulletin 57J3 Oct 12, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time.
Bulletin 57J3 Oct 12, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time.
Dealer 57J3 Oct 11, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time.
Dealer 57J3 Oct 11, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time.
Circular 34N4 Oct 5, 2023
114800 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS
In certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the shift knob could become detached during use. If this happens, the shift knob can be replaced immediately and this issue does not affect the drivability of the vehicle. The gears c
Dealer 34N4 Oct 4, 2023
114800 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS
In certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the shift knob could become detached during use. If this happens, the shift knob can be replaced immediately and this issue does not affect the drivability of the vehicle. The gears c
V171905201285566 Sep 28, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW Engine oil quality standards
V4823012070207_5 Sep 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Travel Assist Not Available. TB updated to correct metadata PR Codes
V271901201189425 Sep 7, 2023
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Battery Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS Charger. Update Tool terminology
V871808204903919 Sep 5, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Flushing an R1234YF A/C circuit using a flush machine
V0018092053065_4 Sep 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
V171901201285565 Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
V4823012070020_3 Aug 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Hardware-related deviation of the sensor mat ("hands on detection") in the steering wheel and software-related deviation in the steering wheel touch detection control module -J1158-.
V4823012070020_3 Aug 14, 2023
010000 STEERING
Hardware-related deviation of the sensor mat ("hands on detection") in the steering wheel and software-related deviation in the steering wheel touch detection control module -J1158-.
TT 001601_6 Aug 3, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Helpline & Parts Dept. contact information.
V461902201517332 Jul 13, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake Disc (rotor) instruction for resurfacing following Volkswagen Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.
V461902201517332 Jul 13, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Brake Disc (rotor) instruction for resurfacing following Volkswagen Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.
V461902201517332 Jul 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Brake Disc (rotor) instruction for resurfacing following Volkswagen Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.
V271503201607612 Jul 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Diagnostic assistance for excessive static current draw
V4622022067177_2 Jul 13, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake repair or replacement instruction.
V171901201285564 Jul 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V271901201189424 Jun 28, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
V2719012011894_2 Jun 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
V011812201460319 Jun 27, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.
V171803203720116 Jun 26, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Correct engine oil level during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
V371802203397511 Jun 21, 2023
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements
V171901201285563 Jun 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
V171806201781318 Jun 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
V171806201781318 Jun 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
V171901201285563 Jun 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
V011615201481517 Jun 15, 2023
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
V011615201481517 Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
V001713203384619 Jun 15, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline fuel additive
V0116132033805_8 Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Diagnostic Aid for engine misfire.
V3416022034406_6 Jun 15, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.
V3416022034406_6 Jun 15, 2023
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.
VCarNetCE Jun 13, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Notifying customers they can take advantage of complimentary safe and secure after their complimentary software update
V171901201285562 May 30, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V9723012070504_1 May 30, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Software Version Management update for Vehicle Electrical System Control Module that may stay in bus silence (sleep) during very hot/summer outside temperatures.
V9723012070504_1 May 30, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Version Management update for Vehicle Electrical System Control Module that may stay in bus silence (sleep) during very hot/summer outside temperatures.
V0123042069630_2 May 24, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update programming in ECM for erroneous fault codes.
V191701202254810 May 22, 2023
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Introduce new engine coolant compatible with all models and all model years.
VIN4APIN20230522 May 22, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, P0322 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise f
VIN4APIN20230522 May 22, 2023
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, P0322 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise f
VIN4APIN20230522 May 22, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, P0322 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise f
VIN4APIN20230522 May 22, 2023
220000 SEATS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, P0322 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise f
VIN4APIN20230518 May 18, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230518 May 18, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230518 May 18, 2023
220000 SEATS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230518 May 18, 2023
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230517 May 17, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230517 May 17, 2023
220000 SEATS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230517 May 17, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230517 May 17, 2023
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P04F0 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N
VIN4APIN20230515 May 15, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from front end while driving Customer states MIL-on/
VIN4APIN20230515 May 15, 2023
220000 SEATS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from front end while driving Customer states MIL-on/
VIN4APIN20230515 May 15, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from front end while driving Customer states MIL-on/
VIN4APIN20230504 May 4, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from front end while driving Customer states MIL-on/
V482301_2070207 May 4, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Various driver assist systems do not work or cannot be switched on due to software related deviation in steering wheel touch detection control module -J1158-
V482301_2070207 May 4, 2023
010000 STEERING
Various driver assist systems do not work or cannot be switched on due to software related deviation in steering wheel touch detection control module -J1158-
TT 27 20 02_3 May 4, 2023
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.
TT 27 20 02_3 May 4, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.
VIN4APIN20230502 May 2, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states rattle from beneath the vehicle Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from
V171901201285560 Apr 24, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
VIN4APIN20230424 Apr 24, 2023
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states rattle from beneath the vehicle Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from
VIN4APIN20230424 Apr 24, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states rattle from beneath the vehicle Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from
VIN4APIN20230418 Apr 18, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states rattle from beneath the vehicle Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from

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VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R across all model years (2016–2025).

20 Total Recalls
110 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
1 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
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2023 3 8 View
2022 (current) 5 20
2019 2 6 View
2018 4 13 View
2017 0 22 View
2016 4 14 View
2015 0 2 View
2013 0 4 View
2012 0 3 View

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