NHTSA Campaign 22V831000

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Reported Nov 9, 2022 · 5 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Golf R vehicles. Incorrect front windshield wiper software was installed which may prevent the wipers from activating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."

Consequence

Windshield wipers that cannot be activated may lead to reduced visibility for the driver and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91EN.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R 2016 5

Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V831000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.