Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #22V542000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 22V542000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2022 golf r a8 and golf gti vehicles Includes 2,238 affected units, Sunroof Malfunction/FMVSS 118, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2022 golf r a8 and golf gti vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 golf r a8 and golf gti vehicles. the touch switch for the sunroof may be too sensitive, allowing it to be inadvertently pressed. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 118, "power-operated window systems."

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the roof module switch, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed september 23, 2022. owners may contact volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 60f6.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 22V542000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2022-07-27T00:00:00

Subject: Sunroof malfunction/fmvss 118

Component: Visibility

Potentially Affected Units: 2,238

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 60F6

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 golf r a8 and golf gti vehicles. the touch switch for the sunroof may be too sensitive, allowing it to be inadvertently pressed. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 118, "power-operated window systems."

Consequence Summary: A sunroof switch that is inadvertently pressed can result in unintended auto-closure of the sunroof, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the roof module switch, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed september 23, 2022. owners may contact volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 60f6.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 90.97

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NHTSA ID: 22V542000

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