Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #22V831000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 22V831000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2016 golf r vehicles Includes 5 affected units, Front Windshield Wipers May Not Activate/FMVSS 104, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2016 golf r vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 golf r vehicles. incorrect front windshield wiper software was installed which may prevent the wipers from activating. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 104, "windshield wiping and washing systems."

Corrective Action

Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed december 15, 2022. owners may contact volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 91en.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 22V831000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2022-11-09T00:00:00
Subject: Front windshield wipers may not activate/fmvss 104
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 5

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 91EN
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 golf r vehicles. incorrect front windshield wiper software was installed which may prevent the wipers from activating. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 104, "windshield wiping and washing systems."
Consequence Summary: Windshield wipers that cannot be activated may lead to reduced visibility for the driver and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed december 15, 2022. owners may contact volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 91en.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 20

Metadata

SID: row-q7ys-rwhc~emmz
NHTSA ID: 22V831000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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