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2018 Volkswagen Golf R Recall

Volkswagen Golf R Recall service at Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Lakewood in Lakewood, CO

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Recall Summary

4 recalls found · All repairs FREE

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FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 20V561000 · 23 vehicles affected

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R and Atlas, 2017 Golf Alltrack and E-Golf and 2016-2018 Passat vehicles. These internal use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and may have been modified prior to sale. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of various Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

Consequence

Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements may have an increased risk of a crash or injury to vehicle occupants.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners and will repurchase the vehicles. The recall began October 6, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01E9.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2018 Volkswagen Golf R?
  • NHTSA identifies four recall entries for the 2018 Volkswagen Golf R affecting the Other, Seat, and Fuel Line components.
  • The Other recalls involve regulatory compliance and possible vehicle repurchase; the Seat recall involves rear head restraint guide sleeve welds; and the Fuel Line recall involves a connector that may detach and cause a fuel leak.
How do I check if my 2018 Volkswagen Golf R has an open recall?
  • You can check your 2018 Volkswagen Golf R by entering its VIN at NHTSA.gov or by getting a free VIN check at our service department.
  • Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Lakewood can verify open Volkswagen recall records and explain the next step.
How much does a 2018 Volkswagen Golf R recall repair cost?
  • A 2018 Volkswagen Golf R recall repair is free at an authorized dealer when the vehicle has an applicable open manufacturer recall.
  • The manufacturer defines the remedy, which may include inspection, repair, replacement, or another specified action.
Can an independent shop fix a 2018 Volkswagen Golf R recall?
  • No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer remedy for a 2018 Volkswagen Golf R at no charge.
  • Our factory-trained technicians use Volkswagen diagnostic equipment and follow the manufacturer’s repair instructions.
Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf R?
  • Buyers and dealers check recall status, so an open recall can affect the trade-in process; visit our trade-in page to begin.
  • Completing an eligible recall remedy can provide important documentation when you discuss your vehicle’s trade-in.

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