Volkswagen Recalls Two 2018 Golf GTI Vehicles for VIN Label Mismatch
Volkswagen is recalling two 2018 Golf GTI vehicles because the VIN on the Federal Certification label may not match the actual vehicle VIN, potentially preventing owners from identifying safety recalls.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 1/5 (Low).
Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.
Our severity reasoning: The recall addresses a documentation and labeling discrepancy (VIN mismatch) rather than a mechanical defect, fitting the criteria for documentation issues and packaging-only problems.
Plain-English summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling two 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI vehicles. The defect involves the Federal Certification label, where the printed Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) may not match the actual VIN stamped on the vehicle. This discrepancy causes the vehicles to fail to comply with the certification requirements of 49 CFR Part 567.
If the VINs do not match, owners may be unable to determine if their vehicle is subject to important safety recalls. This lack of information could expose owners to an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury if a relevant safety recall is missed.
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a correct certification label at no charge. This recall began on July 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Certification Labeling
- Affected units
- 2
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- GOLF
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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