2024 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R
1 recalls — 16 complaints — 64 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.
Complaint Statistics
16 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 5 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 1 |
| STRUCTURE | 1 |
| LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 17, 2026
Incident date: May 2, 2026
The Hill Hold Assist system on my 2024 Volkswagen GTI (manual transmission) repeatedly holds the brakes too long when starting on an incline. The brakes remain engaged for 1–2 seconds even after I begin releasing the clutch and applying throttle, which causes the car to stall or hesitate before mo... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 17, 2026
Incident date: May 2, 2026
The Hill Hold Assist system on my 2024 Volkswagen GTI (manual transmission) repeatedly holds the brakes too long when starting on an incline. The brakes remain engaged for 1–2 seconds even after I begin releasing the clutch and applying throttle, which causes the car to stall or hesitate before mo... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 9, 2025
Incident date: Mar 9, 2025
I bought my 2022 KIA Soul September 2021. in 2022, I brought my car to KIA in Clifton NJ because it shut down suddenly without warning while in drive, the battery, oil and engine lights came on. I would put my car in park, turn it off and on again for the car to start. by doing so, all the lights di... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 16, 2025
Incident date: Dec 4, 2024
Transmission make grinding noise scared to drive when I check online on Google it states that all 2021 toyota highlander make grinding noise and only solution is to replace it
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 12, 2024
Incident date: Jun 30, 2024
The button horn on the side of steering wheel is unsafe in emergency situations. Searching for a button on the steering wheel is dangerous because you only have a split second to alert others. The button horn for the newer models of the same vehicles have a horn in the center for safety reasons. The... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 24, 2024
Incident date: Nov 22, 2024
I brought my car to the dealership due to a small whining noise when accelerating over 30mph. Technician determined the noise is coming from internal transmission failure and recommended replacement. The small whining noise was the only indication something was wrong. No check engine or warning ligh... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 24, 2024
Incident date: Nov 22, 2024
C0020-01-ABS PUMP MOTOR CONTROL - GENERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE continues to come up in my vehicle each time a bump in the road is hit. I am very concerned that this will cause intermittent or permanent loss of braking performance while driving and potentially endangering myself and other motorists. Th... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Sep 3, 2024
Incident date: Jul 1, 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. The flashing lights and associated rapid beeping indicating the failure is extremely distracting while dri... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 3, 2024
Incident date: Jul 1, 2024
The truck is a 2014 Ram with 74,000 miles garage kept and I have intermittent ABS service warning light researched and the ABS module has gone bad.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Sep 3, 2024
Incident date: Jul 1, 2024
The truck is a 2014 Ram with 74,000 miles garage kept and I have intermittent ABS service warning light researched and the ABS module has gone bad.
STRUCTURE
Aug 20, 2024
Incident date: Aug 20, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V499000 (Electrical System) and 24V466000 (Structure); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The local dealer and manufacturer were not able to be contacted. The contact stat... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Aug 10, 2024
Incident date: Feb 28, 2024
I was driving on the highway at 70 mph and for no reason the emergency brake activated and stopped the truck. I am very scared because it has happened so many times. I always drive with my child on board, I am afraid that this will end in a rollover or death. At the time of the incident the truck is... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jul 7, 2024
Incident date: Jul 7, 2024
On [XXX], I was driving my Tesla model 3 from California to my new home in Idaho as part of my move there. During the day, I had 6 or 7 situations where the car would suddenly go into full regenerative braking, or outright apply the brakes for no apparent reason. Most of these events took place of f... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 13, 2024
Incident date: Jun 12, 2024
ABS MODULE has gone bad. Only the dealer can replace it. This has been an issue for years with this part. My truck has only 80,000 miles on it. Talked with a fellow the other day and the same thing with his truck with only 40,000 miles.
SERVICE BRAKES
May 5, 2024
Incident date: Mar 30, 2024
Electronic parking system warning light is ON on four separate dates(12/29/2023, 03/20/2024, 03/28/2024, 04/17/2024). I have video recording as evidence that the warning light is ON. It is a safety risk because it is suppose to be an emergency brake. Took it to the delearship to be inspected multipl... Read more
STEERING
May 5, 2024
Incident date: Mar 30, 2024
The vehicle would start from the remote and upon getting into the vehicle the push start won’t engage with the steering wheel locking and the vehicle being inoperable. The steering will will make locking mechanism sounds and the vehicle won’t start. The vehicle will then not turn on and I am una... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2024 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R
2024 Volkswagen Golf R 4 DR AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover Risk | 0.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy — 2024 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM-S7) (All-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 31.0 | 25.0 | Premium | $3,250 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (All-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 28.0 | 23.0 | Premium | $3,550 |
CO2 Emissions: 349.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2024 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R
64 manufacturer communications from 47 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 12 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 9 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 3 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
V0124032073665_1
Apr 22, 2024
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Contamination within Intake Runner Control Valve (N316)
V0124032073665_1
Apr 22, 2024
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Contamination within Intake Runner Control Valve (N316)
V171905201285571
Apr 10, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW Engine oil quality standards
Circular 06H6
Mar 22, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volkswagen is providing an owner's manual supplement that describes a revision in the Tire load and vehicle load, determining the correct load chapter in certain 2023-2024 model year owner's manuals. Affected owners will receive a copy of t
Circular 06H6
Mar 22, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volkswagen is providing an owner's manual supplement that describes a revision in the Tire load and vehicle load, determining the correct load chapter in certain 2023-2024 model year owner's manuals. Affected owners will receive a copy of t
Dealer 06H6
Mar 21, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volkswagen is providing an owner's manual supplement that describes a revision in the Tire load and vehicle load, determining the correct load chapter in certain 2023-2024 model year owner's manuals. Affected owners will receive a copy of t
Dealer 06H6
Mar 21, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volkswagen is providing an owner's manual supplement that describes a revision in the Tire load and vehicle load, determining the correct load chapter in certain 2023-2024 model year owner's manuals. Affected owners will receive a copy of t
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.
V171901201285570
Feb 22, 2024
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
VW Engine oil quality standards
V9423012069487_5
Feb 12, 2024
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Headlamp: Rubber lip-seal (between headlight and fender) loose
V171901201285569
Jan 25, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285569
Jan 25, 2024
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
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
V171901201285567
Oct 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW Engine oil quality standards
V9423012069487_4
Oct 17, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Headlamp rubber lip seal repair.
V9423012069487_4
Oct 17, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Headlamp rubber lip seal repair.
V171905201285566
Sep 28, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW Engine oil quality standards
V271901201189425
Sep 7, 2023
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Battery Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS Charger. Update Tool terminology
V0018092053065_4
Sep 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
V871808204903919
Sep 5, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Flushing an R1234YF A/C circuit using a flush machine
V171901201285565
Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
TT 001601_6
Aug 3, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Helpline & Parts Dept. contact information.
V4622022067177_2
Jul 13, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake repair or replacement instruction.
V461901201024530
Jul 13, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
How to handle Brake noise or Pulsation during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
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
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
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.
V171901201285563
Jun 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
V001713203384619
Jun 15, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline fuel additive
V3416022034406_6
Jun 15, 2023
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.
V3416022034406_6
Jun 15, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.
V011615201481517
Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
V0116132033805_8
Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Diagnostic Aid for engine misfire.
V011615201481517
Jun 15, 2023
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
V001807203693521
May 30, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Handling instruction for accessory pack components during perfect delivery inspection (PDI).
V191701202254810
May 22, 2023
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Introduce new engine coolant compatible with all models and all model years.
TT 27 20 02_3
May 4, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.
TT 27 20 02_3
May 4, 2023
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.
V271902203397810
Mar 16, 2023
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Generator Replacement
V691901201047915
Feb 2, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment. Update to model year applicability.
V691901201047915
Feb 2, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment. Update to model year applicability.
VWM1407
Nov 10, 2014
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Carefree Maintenance and VW Care Maintenance Plans Interim AdBlue Refills -? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
VWM1403
Jun 25, 2014
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
VWM1402
Jun 25, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This communication contains important information and SAGA claim entry requirements for the Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program for all Model Year 2015 and newer VW models with Gasoline Engines.
911404
Mar 25, 2014
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Infotainment Worksheet (U.S. Only)
911404
Mar 25, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Infotainment Worksheet (U.S. Only)
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R across all model years (2016–2025).
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Total Recalls
110
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R — Year by Year
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