The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·22V707000·Announced 2022-09-21

2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf R and GTI radiator defect recall

Volkswagen is recalling 2022-2023 Golf R and Golf GTI vehicles because the radiator may not be properly attached to the intercooler, potentially causing coolant leaks, engine overheating, and fire risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall addresses a structural component defect that poses potential risks of engine overheating and fire, as well as secondary crash risk from coolant spills. However, no injuries or deaths have been reported, placing this at High severity for a risk-of-harm situation without reported incidents.

Plain-English summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2022 and 2023 Volkswagen Golf R and Golf GTI vehicles. The radiator may not have been correctly attached to the intercooler, which can result in a damaged coolant hose.

A damaged coolant hose can leak, causing the engine to overheat and increasing the risk of fire. In addition, large amounts of coolant spilling onto the roadway can increase the risk of a crash to other vehicles.

Approximately 8,038 vehicles are affected by this recall. Dealers will inspect the radiator and replace any damaged parts at no cost to owners. Owner notification letters were expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners can contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R, GTI
Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Cooling System
Hazard
Affected units
8,038

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 (2)

  • GOLF R
  • GTI

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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