RecallPulseUpdated Nov 3, 2026

Volkswagen Golf R recalls

16 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 3, 2026.

16recalls on file
16with a remedy available
0do-not-drive / park-outside
Sep 2025latest recall
Camera, lights & visibility 3Seats & belts 2Engine & powertrain 2Other 2Steering & suspension 1Electrical 1Tires 1Air bags 1
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Latest recalls

25V638000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Seat Belts recallThe torsion bar in one or both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.Seats & beltsFree replacement1,042unitsSep 202524V480000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallThe rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse.Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update84KunitsJun 202423V437000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Suspension recallThe strut mount may be deformed, loosening the bolted connections to the suspension strut mounting.Steering & suspensionFree replacement59unitsJun 202322V831000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallIncorrect front windshield wiper software was installed which may prevent the wipers from activating.ElectricalFree software update5unitsNov 202222V823000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallThe rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear or when the park function is…Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement2,607unitsNov 202222V815000 · 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 202222V707000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Engine And Engine Cooling recallThe radiator may not have been attached correctly to the intercooler, which can result in a damaged coolant hose.Engine & powertrainFree replacement8,038unitsSep 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 202222V542000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Visibility recallThe touch switch for the sunroof may be too sensitive, allowing it to be inadvertently pressed.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement2,238unitsJul 202222V163000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Engine recallCertain driving situations, such as high acceleration driving maneuvers, may loosen the engine design cover.Engine & powertrainFree repair4,269unitsMar 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 202120V561000 · 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 / repurchase23unitsSep 202018V864000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallThe fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay, resulting in a fuel leak.Fuel systemFree repair516unitsDec 201818V803000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Seats recallThe rear seat frame head restraint guide sleeves may be incorrectly welded to the seat frame.Seats & beltsFree repair169unitsNov 201816V464000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Latches/locks/linkages recallVibrations, such as those created by opening and closing a vehicle door, may cause the rear child door locks to disengage…Body & latchesFree replacement5,658unitsJun 201616V337000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Equipment recallThe affected vehicles may be equipped with a Federal Certification Label that lists an incorrect rear axle weight limit.EquipmentFree repair11unitsMay 2016