Your vehicle has a fuel system issue with a seal in the fuel tank that might allow fuel to leak into the evaporative emissions system and potentially escape through the charcoal canister.
Risk if Unfixed
If fuel leaks out and there's an ignition source nearby, there's a risk of a fire.
Free Fix
You should take your vehicle to a dealership, where they'll replace the suction pump at no cost to you.
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain front-wheel drive 2015-2020 Audi A3 Sedan, 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 2018 Golf Sportwagen GP, 2018-2019 Golf Sportwagen A7, 2015-2017 Golf Sportwagen, 2015-2020 Golf GTI, and 2015-2020 Golf A7 vehicles. Due to a problem with a suction jet pump seal inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system and possibly leak out of the charcoal canister.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. Final owner notification letters for Audi owners were mailed on July 25, 2024. Final owner letters for VW owners were mailed on August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are VW: 20UF/Audi: 20YF. Vehicles that were previously recalled under 16V-647 will need to have the new remedy completed. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 16V-647.
Your vehicle's anti-theft device might not work properly because of a problem with the shift lever micro switch, which could allow you to remove the key while the car is not in park.
Risk if Unfixed
If you remove the key while the shift lever is not in park, your car could roll away, which could lead to a crash or injury.
Free Fix
Volkswagen will fix your vehicle for free by installing an additional switch and circuit board. They will contact you to schedule the repair, and you can also call them at 1-800-893-5298 to get started.
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Volkswagen Golf and Golf Sportwagen vehicles. The build of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition while the vehicle shift lever is not in "Park." As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37L5.
Your 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan, or A3 Cabriolet may have a problem with the fuel tank's suction pump, which can cause fuel to leak into the evaporative emissions system.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel leaks out, it could mix with air and create a fire hazard if there's an ignition source nearby.
Free Fix
Volkswagen will replace the suction pump in your vehicle for free, and you'll be notified when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
As fuel accumulates in the EVAP system, it may leak out through the charcoal canister filter element. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 20Y6 and 20Y5. This recall has been fully superseded by recall 24V-110.
Your vehicle's engine has a brake vacuum pump driven by a camshaft lobe that might break off, causing brake assist to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could lose brake assist, which means you'll need to press the brake pedal harder and further to stop your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
A free software update to your engine control module will be performed by a Volkswagen dealership to prevent the brake vacuum pump from failing.
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the camshaft lobe shears off there would be a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen dealer will update the engine control module (ECM) software. The recall began March 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23R1.
You should know that the fuel pump in your vehicle may have a problem with its nickel plating, which could cause it to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump fails, your vehicle might not start, or if it's running, it could stall and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this is free! Volkswagen will inspect your vehicle and replace the fuel pump for you at no cost, and they'll even contact you when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Volkswagen Golf, and GTI manufactured on February 17, 2014, to May 22, 2014, and Audi A3 manufactured on February 16, 2013, to April 23, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle will not start, or if the engine is running, it will stop and the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any affected fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi at 1-800-253-2834.
The fuel rail is a critical part of your vehicle's fuel system, and a small cap on it might not be sealing properly, allowing gasoline to leak into the engine compartment.
Risk if Unfixed
If this leak happens near a spark, it could cause a fire, which could damage your vehicle and put you at risk of injury.
Free Fix
Volkswagen will replace the fuel rail for free, and you can schedule the repair at a dealership by calling 1-800-822-8987, reference number 24BL.
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jetta vehicles manufactured March 28, 2014, to November 24, 2014, 2014-2015 Passat vehicles manufactured April 7, 2014, to November 18, 2014, 2015 Golf and GTI vehicles manufactured July 1, 2014, to November 20, 2014, and 2014-2015 Beetle and Beetle Convertible vehicles manufactured March 31, 2014, to November 27, 2014. A sealing cap at the fuel rail may fail, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle fire.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails with new parts, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24BL. Note: This recall expands and supersedes recall 14V-809 (Volkswagen recall number 24Bi) and only affects vehicles not previously repaired under that campaign.
Your Volkswagen Golf or GTI from 2015 might have a problem with the part that helps stabilize the steering wheel. This part is called a stabilizer link.
Risk if Unfixed
If it comes loose, you might need to work harder to steer the vehicle, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Don't worry, it's free! The dealer will replace the stabilizer links at no cost to you. They'll notify you when it's time and take care of it.
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Golf and GTI vehicles manufactured January 27, 2014, to May 12, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the stabilizer link fasteners may come loose and possibly interfere with the steering of the vehicle.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loose stabilizer link may interfere with the vehicle's steering, requiring additional effort to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front stabilizer links, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40K9/1W.
Your vehicle's rear coil springs might be at risk of breaking, which could affect your Golf Sportwagen, Jetta, Golf, or Tiguan model from 2015-2019.
Risk if Unfixed
If a coil spring breaks while driving, it could damage your rear tire, leading to loss of control and a higher risk of getting into a crash.
Free Fix
Volkswagen will replace the rear axle coil springs for free, so you just need to contact them at 1-800-893-5298 to schedule an appointment.
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5.
Your rear coil springs may be faulty and could break while driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If a coil spring breaks, it could damage a rear tire, which could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this is a free fix - your local dealership will replace the rear axle coil springs at no cost to you.
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J2/42J3.
Your vehicle may have a faulty sensor that helps your car detect if someone is sitting in the front passenger seat. This sensor might not work properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If your car crashes and the sensor doesn't work, the airbag in front of the passenger seat might not deploy or might deploy incorrectly, which could increase the risk of injury.
Free Fix
Volkswagen will replace the faulty sensor at no cost to you, and the work will be done by a certified dealer.
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jetta vehicles manufactured September 8, 2014, to November 28, 2014, Golf vehicles manufactured April 2, 2014, to December 3, 2014, and E-Golf vehicles manufactured July 26, 2014, to October 18, 2014. The affected vehicles are equipped a Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) that may have been manufactured improperly. As a result, the front passenger seat occupant may be improperly classified or may not be detected.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash, if the front passenger seat occupant is incorrectly classified or non-detected, the passenger frontal air bag may deploy improperly or not at all, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PODS control module, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswgen's number for this recall is 69L6.
Your vehicle's ignition system has a small switch that might get dirty and allow you to remove the key from the ignition when the transmission shift lever isn't in 'Park'.
Risk if Unfixed
If you remove the key while the shift lever is in a position other than 'Park', you might accidentally roll away and get hurt, or crash.
Free Fix
Volkswagen will fix this by installing a new switch and circuit board at no cost to you, and will notify you when it's time to bring your vehicle in for the repair.
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
Your vehicle was modified during an evaluation period and might not meet all safety standards, which could make it fail a safety inspection or even lead to a recall. We're not sure what specific part is affected, so we're treating the whole vehicle as a potential issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If your vehicle doesn't meet safety standards, you could be at a higher risk of a crash or injury, or even a fire.
Free Fix
Your dealer will check your vehicle to ensure it meets all safety standards. If necessary, they'll make repairs for free or even buy it back from you, at no cost to you.
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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
