Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. Safety Recalls
Every NHTSA-recorded safety recall issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. — searchable by year, component, and severity. Data sourced daily from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
About Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. recalls
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. has issued 594 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls spanning 59 years (from 1966 to 2026), affecting an estimated 33,009,119 vehicles. The most-recalled components are Fuel System, Gasoline, Air Bags, Electrical System. Repairs for active recalls are free at any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer — there is no time limit on safety recalls.
Most-recalled components
The vehicle systems behind most Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. safety recalls.
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. recalls by year
Browse 594 recalls across 59 years. Most recent first.
2026 9 recalls
2025 26 recalls
See all 26 →2024 18 recalls
2023 21 recalls
See all 21 →2022 47 recalls
See all 47 →2021 34 recalls
See all 34 →2020 30 recalls
See all 30 →2019 27 recalls
See all 27 →2018 35 recalls
See all 35 →2017 27 recalls
See all 27 →2016 25 recalls
See all 25 →2015 13 recalls
2014 11 recalls
2013 4 recalls
2012 5 recalls
2011 11 recalls
2010 2 recalls
2009 8 recalls
2008 9 recalls
2007 6 recalls
2006 10 recalls
2005 5 recalls
2004 8 recalls
2003 8 recalls
2002 6 recalls
2001 5 recalls
2000 6 recalls
1999 7 recalls
1998 6 recalls
1997 5 recalls
1996 5 recalls
1995 3 recalls
1994 2 recalls
1993 7 recalls
1992 4 recalls
1991 8 recalls
1990 5 recalls
1989 3 recalls
1988 6 recalls
1987 15 recalls
1986 4 recalls
1985 5 recalls
1984 5 recalls
1983 3 recalls
1982 2 recalls
1981 6 recalls
1980 5 recalls
1979 2 recalls
1978 2 recalls
1977 9 recalls
1975 3 recalls
1974 3 recalls
1973 12 recalls
1972 8 recalls
1971 8 recalls
1970 8 recalls
1968 6 recalls
1967 9 recalls
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. Recall FAQ
Common questions about Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. safety recalls, owner rights, and how to use this tracker.
How many recalls has Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. issued?
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. has issued 594 NHTSA-tracked recalls covering approximately 33,009,119 vehicles since 1966. The most recent recall was reported 2026-04-24.
How do I check if my Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. vehicle is under recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's lookup tool will list every active recall tied to your specific vehicle, including ones from Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. and any sub-brand or component supplier.
Are Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers including Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. must remedy safety defects at no cost to the owner. Bring the recall notice or NHTSA recall ID to any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and the repair (or replacement, or refund) is free.
Does Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. have any "Do Not Drive" recalls?
Yes — 5 Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. recalls carry a NHTSA "Do Not Drive" warning, meaning the affected vehicles should not be operated until repaired. Look for the red Do Not Drive badge on individual recall cards below.
Are any Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. recalls related to fire risk?
Yes — 3 Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. recalls have been flagged as having fire risk when parked. NHTSA generally advises affected owners to park outside and away from structures until repairs are completed.
Which Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. components are most commonly recalled?
The top recalled components for Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. are: Fuel System, Gasoline (74), Air Bags (74), Electrical System (57), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (46), Equipment (39). Recalls in these categories tend to drive the most repair-campaign volume.
Where does this Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. recall data come from?
All data on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation's public recall dataset (NHTSA), refreshed daily. Last update: 2026-05-22. This site is independent and not affiliated with Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc..