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Recall & Buyer Checklist
2024 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R · 1 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-09
Model-year records do not confirm VIN eligibility or completed repairs. Ask your dealer to check your VIN and the original filing's safety instructions.
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NHTSA Campaign
OEM Recall
Component
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24V480000
91US
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
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Known Safety Recalls
Standard NHTSA Filing#24V480000NHTSA Official Language
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf R, Golf GTI, 2024 Atlas, and 2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk if Unfixed
A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024, and July 16, 2024. Owners may contact VW customer service at 1-800-893-5298. VW's number for this recall is 91US.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2024 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R?
The 2024 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R has a risk grade of A. This grade is calculated from 1 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2024 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R have?
The 2024 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R has 1 known safety recall on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
Is the 2024 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R safe to drive?
This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE recall for the 2024 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R? (Campaign #24V480000)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf R, Golf GTI, 2024 Atlas, and 2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash. Dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024, and July 16, 2024. Owners may contact VW customer service at 1-800-893-5298. VW's number for this recall is 91US.
