NHTSA Campaign 22V707000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Reported Sep 21, 2022 · 8,038 vehicles affected
What's 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.
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| VOLKSWAGEN | GOLF R | 2022 | 8,038 |
| VOLKSWAGEN | GOLF R | 2023 | 8,038 |
| VOLKSWAGEN | GTI | 2022 | 8,038 |
| VOLKSWAGEN | GTI | 2023 | 8,038 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V707000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.