6 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2020-11-19
Description
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 atlas cross sport, tiguan lwb, jetta nf, jetta gli, golf gti, atlas fl and arteon vehicles. The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A black or frozen rear view image reduces the driver's visibility when reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began december 11, 2020. Owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91bb/91bc.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - SEATS
Posted on: 2021-02-01
Description
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 volkswagen tiguan long wheelbase and jetta vehicles. Bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks.
Consequence
The seat can move front and back without restriction if bolts are missing, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat tracks and, as necessary, install the bolts, free of charge. The recall began february 18, 2021. Owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72l6.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #3 - SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Posted on: 2021-02-01
Description
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 volkswagen tiguan long wheelbase and jetta vehicles. Bolts may be missing from the front seat tracks.
Consequence
The seat can move front and back without restriction if bolts are missing, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat tracks and, as necessary, install the bolts, free of charge. The recall began february 18, 2021. Owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72l6.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #4 - AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Posted on: 2021-07-01
Description
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020-2021 jetta and jetta gli vehicles. The air bag control module was welded in the incorrect position.
Consequence
Incorrect positioning of the air bag control module can cause the vehicle's air bags to deploy improperly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, the vehicle's air bags can deploy unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the air bag control module, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk will be mailed in september 2021. Owners will receive a notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69ck.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #5 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2022-07-21
Description
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 golf gti, jetta gli, jetta nf, arteon fl, tiguan lwb, 2022 taos, jetta pa, tiguan pa, 2021-2022 atlas cross sport, and atlas fl vehicles. The manufacturing process of the emmc memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed september 16, 2022. Owners may contact volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91dv.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #6 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2022-07-21
Description
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 golf gti, jetta gli, jetta nf, arteon fl, tiguan lwb, 2022 taos, jetta pa, tiguan pa, 2021-2022 atlas cross sport, and atlas fl vehicles. The manufacturing process of the emmc memory module in the infotainment system may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the infotainment software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed september 16, 2022. Owners may contact volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91dv.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.