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2015 VOLKSWAGEN GTI STEERING Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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STEERING Safety Recalls

Critical #14V412000 Plain English
Component

STEERING

Manufacturer
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
What Happened
The stabilizer links in your Golf or GTI are like the shock absorbers that help keep your steering steady. In some 2015 models made between January and May 2014, these links might not be secured properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If a stabilizer link comes loose while you're driving, you could have trouble steering your vehicle, making it harder to control. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Volkswagen dealer will replace the stabilizer links with new ones, and it's completely free. You'll get a notification to schedule the repair, and you can also call 1-800-822-8987 to ask about the status.
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Original — What Happened
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.
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Other VOLKSWAGEN GTI 2015 Recalls

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
4 recalls
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall

Other VOLKSWAGEN GTI Years

2025
1 recall
2024
2 recalls
2023
5 recalls
2022
6 recalls
2021
1 recall
2020
3 recalls
2019
4 recalls
2018
3 recalls
2017
2 recalls
2016
4 recalls
2014
1 recall
2013
2 recalls
2012
2 recalls
2011
2 recalls
2010
1 recall
2009
2 recalls
2008
1 recall
2007
1 recall
2006
2 recalls
2005
1 recall
2004
1 recall
2003
1 recall
2002
2 recalls
2001
2 recalls
2000
3 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GTI 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 STEERING recall for the 2015 VOLKSWAGEN GTI? (Campaign #14V412000)

The stabilizer links in your Golf or GTI are like the shock absorbers that help keep your steering steady. In some 2015 models made between January and May 2014, these links might not be secured properly. If a stabilizer link comes loose while you're driving, you could have trouble steering your vehicle, making it harder to control. This could increase the risk of a crash. Your Volkswagen dealer will replace the stabilizer links with new ones, and it's completely free. You'll get a notification to schedule the repair, and you can also call 1-800-822-8987 to ask about the status.