The suction jet pump in your vehicle is a small component inside the fuel tank that helps control fuel flow. In some 2015-2020 Audi and Volkswagen models, this seal can fail, allowing fuel to leak into the EVAP system.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel leaks out of the charcoal canister and finds an ignition source, it could catch fire, which could cause significant damage to your vehicle and potentially harm you or others.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty suction pump with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule this repair as soon as possible after receiving your recall notice, and if you've already had a previous recall done, you'll need to have the new remedy completed as well.
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Original — What Happened
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.
The anti-theft device in your Golf or Golf Sportwagen helps keep your vehicle safe by automatically locking the steering column when you take the key out of the ignition. However, in some 2015-2018 models, a buildup of tiny particles on the ignition switch might let you remove the key while the shift lever is not in 'Park'.
Risk if Unfixed
If you take the key out of the ignition while the shift lever is in a position other than 'Park', your vehicle could roll away. This could cause a crash, which might harm you or someone else.
Free Fix
Your Volkswagen dealer will add a new switch and circuit board to your vehicle, free of charge. This fix should take care of the issue, and you'll receive a notification with more information to schedule the repair.
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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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The brake calipers on your vehicle may have a thin or inadequate coating, which could affect how well the brakes work.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brakes don't perform properly, you could be at a higher risk of being involved in a crash.
Free Fix
We will contact you to schedule a free inspection and repair at your local dealership, where they will check and bleed your brake system to ensure it's working safely and properly.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, Passat, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Golf, Golf SportWagen and GTI and Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing the brake performance.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners. Audi dealers will bleed the rear brakes. Volkswagen dealers will bleed the front and rear brake calipers. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the brake system has been checked. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 47N8, 47N9, and 47N6.
The coil springs in your rear suspension are like the rubber bands that hold your car's wheels in place. In some 2017-2019 Golf models, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan, these springs can break too easily.
Risk if Unfixed
If a coil spring breaks while you're driving, it can damage your rear tire and make it harder to control your vehicle. This could lead to a serious crash.
Free Fix
Your Volkswagen dealer will replace the faulty coil springs with stronger ones, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the fix as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
The anti-theft control module in your vehicle is a computer chip that helps keep your car secure. It's located in the ignition system, and it might be affected by a substance called silicate that can build up on its contacts.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you might be able to take the key out of the ignition even if your shift lever isn't in 'Park' position. This means your vehicle could roll away unexpectedly, which could lead to an accident or injury.
Free Fix
Your Volkswagen dealer will install a new switch and circuit board to prevent this issue, and the repair is completely free. You'll get a notification from Volkswagen, and you should schedule the fix as soon as you receive it.
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Original — What Happened
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's Federal Certification label may have the wrong Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This is a problem because it's not clear if your car is under a safety recall.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wrong VIN is on your label, you might be unaware of a potential safety issue, which could put you at risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Free Fix
Volkswagen will notify you and fix the problem by replacing the certification label with the correct one, completely free of charge.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling two 2018 Golf GTI vehicles. The VIN printed on the Federal Certification label may not match the actual VIN on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the stamped vehicle identification number (VIN) does not match the VIN on the Vehicle Certification Label, owners may be unable to tell if their vehicle is under an important safety recall, possibly exposing them to an increased risk of a crash, fire or injury.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a correct certification label, free of charge. This recall began July 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01E7.
