RecallPulseUpdated Nov 3, 2026

Volkswagen Golf recalls

29 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, including 2 with a do-not-drive warning. Updated Nov 3, 2026.

29recalls on file
29with a remedy available
2do-not-drive / park-outside
Feb 2024latest recall
Air bags 8Fuel system 5Steering & suspension 4Electrical 3Other 2Brakes & stability 2Engine & powertrain 2Tires 1
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This list covers the model as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

Recalls by model year

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Latest recalls

24V110000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallDue to a problem with a suction jet pump seal inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system…Fuel systemFree replacement261KunitsFeb 202423V604000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe ignition switch may fail, especially in high temperature environments.ElectricalFree replacement63KunitsAug 202322V815000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Tires recallThe tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four…TiresFree software update296KunitsOct 202222V543000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallDuring air bag deployment, the front passenger air bag may explode or deploy improperly.Air bagsFree replacement1,216unitsJul 202221V321000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Unknown OR Other recallThese internal-use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may…OtherRefund / repurchase46unitsMay 202120V716000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallThe rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze.Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update32KunitsNov 202020V372000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Equipment recallThe VIN printed on the Federal Certification label may not match the actual VIN on the vehicle.EquipmentFree repair2unitsJun 202019V879000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Wheels recallThe front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined, potentially causing excessive stress on the wheel, wheel bolts, or…Do not driveSteering & suspensionFree replacement8unitsDec 201919V862000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute…Air bagsFree replacement226unitsDec 201919V615000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallA build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the…ElectricalFree repair679KunitsAug 201919V188000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Suspension recallThe rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.Steering & suspensionFree replacement56KunitsMar 201918V904000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Suspension recallThe rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.Steering & suspensionFree replacement6,322unitsDec 201818V464000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe build of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition while the…ElectricalFree repair33KunitsJul 201818V406000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallUpon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.Air bagsFree replacement2,564unitsJun 201818V369000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing the brake performance.Do not driveBrakes & stabilityFree repair10KunitsJun 201818V329000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Unknown OR Other recallModifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with…OtherRefund / repurchase252unitsMay 201818V148000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallUpon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.Air bagsFree replacement364KunitsMar 201816V955000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallAdditionally, certain 2017 Audi Q7, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, and 2018 Audi Q5 vehicles are being recalled because the seat belt…Air bagsFree replacement5,947unitsDec 201616V913000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electronic Stability Control (esc) recallThe Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fail during ABS or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) activation, possibly…Brakes & stabilityFree software update136KunitsDec 201616V647000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Engine And Engine Cooling recallDue to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system.Engine & powertrainFree replacement110KunitsSep 201616V403000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallIn the affected vehicles, the fuel rail may detach from the cylinder head and result in a fuel leak.Fuel systemFree replacement55unitsJun 201616V078000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallUpon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.Air bagsFree replacement659KunitsFeb 201615V705000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Engine And Engine Cooling recallIn the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.Engine & powertrainSoftware update92KunitsOct 201515V627000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe affected vehicles are equipped a Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) that may have been manufactured improperly.Air bagsFree replacement993unitsOct 201515V483000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallIn the affected vehicles, debris may contaminate the air bag clock spring, a spiral wound, flat cable that keeps the air bag…Air bagsFree replacement416KunitsAug 201515V229000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallImproper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.Fuel systemFree replacement6,205unitsApr 201515V028000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallA sealing cap at the fuel rail may fail, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.Fuel systemFree replacement45KunitsJan 201514V412000 · Volkswagen OF America, Inc.Steering recallIn the affected vehicles, the stabilizer link fasteners may come loose and possibly interfere with the steering of the vehicle.Steering & suspensionFree replacement2,001unitsJul 201411V490000 · Volkswagen OF America, IncFuel System, Diesel recallVolkswagen is recalling certain model 2009-2012 jetta and jetta sportwagen vehicles, manufactured from may 2008 through september…Fuel systemFree repair168KunitsOct 2011