Improper plating may cause fuel pump to fail
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 volkswagen golf, and gti manufactured on february 17, 2014, to may 22, 2014, and audi a3 manufactured on february 16, 2013, to april 23, 2014. improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.
Safety Consequence
If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle will not start, or if the engine is running, it will stop and the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any affected fuel pumps, free of charge. the recall began on june 16, 2015. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298 or audi at 1-800-253-2834.
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FAQ: Recall 15V229000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V229000?
NHTSA recall 15V229000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on April 17, 2015. It addresses: Improper plating may cause fuel pump to fail. The recall affects approximately 6,205 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V229000 or the manufacturer campaign number Audi: 20V5/VW: 20W5. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.