Volkswagen Golf R recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
16 recalls found for the Volkswagen Golf R in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 79 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
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Newest Volkswagen Golf R recalls
- Sep 24, 202525V638000Seat belts1,042 vehiclesAudi A5, Audi A6 Sportback E-Tron and 6 more models
The torsion bar in one or both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
- Jun 27, 202424V480000Back over prevention84,432 vehiclesVolkswagen Golf R, GTI and 2 more models
The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse.
- Jun 21, 202323V437000Suspension59 vehiclesVolkswagen Golf R and GTI
The strut mount may be deformed, loosening the bolted connections to the suspension strut mounting.
- Nov 9, 202222V831000Electrical system, visibility/wiper5 vehicles2016 Volkswagen Golf R
Incorrect front windshield wiper software was installed which may prevent the wipers from activating.
- Nov 2, 202222V823000Back over prevention2,607 vehiclesVolkswagen GTI, Volkswagen ID.4 and 5 more models
The rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear or when the park function is manually activated.
- Oct 31, 202222V815000Tires296,044 vehiclesVolkswagen Atlas, Audi A3 and 9 more models
The tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four tires simultaneously.
- Sep 21, 202222V707000Engine and engine cooling8,038 vehiclesVolkswagen Golf R and GTI
The radiator may not have been attached correctly to the intercooler, which can result in a damaged coolant hose.
- Jul 27, 202222V543000Air bags1,216 vehiclesAudi A3, Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron and 8 more models
During air bag deployment, the front passenger air bag may explode or deploy improperly.
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