2021 · Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. Recalls Reported in 2021
34 NHTSA safety recalls affecting approximately 940,484 vehicles.
2021 Recalls
All 34 Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. recalls
Sorted by most recent. Click any recall for full defect summary, corrective action, and your next steps.
Large Recall 21V947000
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Control module shutdown can reduce engine power
Electrical System · 288,991 affected · Dec 8, 2021
Recall 21V935000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Retaining ring on air suspension struts may loosen
Suspension · 10 affected · Dec 1, 2021
Recall 21V892000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Blocked drain tube may cause air bag deployment
Air Bags · 54,429 affected · Nov 17, 2021
Large Recall 21V874000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Disabled passenger air bag
Air Bags · 208,332 affected · Nov 10, 2021
Recall 21V852000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Missing drive bushing may cause steering loss
Steering · 1 affected · Nov 3, 2021
Recall 21V853000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Improperly tightened brake pipe nut
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 1,285 affected · Nov 3, 2021
Recall 21V825000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Rear-view camera image may not display/fmvss 111
Back Over Prevention · 2,857 affected · Oct 20, 2021
Recall 21V812000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Improperly tightened front wheel bearing bolts
Suspension · 30 affected · Oct 15, 2021
Recall 21V732000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Roof reinforcement may impair side air bags
Structure · 2 affected · Sep 23, 2021
Recall 21V707000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Possible loss of abs from brake booster corrosion
N/A · 38 affected · Sep 13, 2021
Recall 21V695000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Pressure input rod on brake booster may be loose
N/A · 99 affected · Sep 8, 2021
Recall 21V651000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Fuel line connector may cause fuel leak
Fuel System, Gasoline · 16,737 affected · Aug 20, 2021
Recall 21V615000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Engine control unit software may cause stall
Engine And Engine Cooling · 5,092 affected · Aug 6, 2021
Recall 21V616000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Damaged relays in fuse box may cause fire
Electrical System · 33 affected · Aug 6, 2021
Recall 21V606000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Seat belt locking retractor malfunction/fmvss 208
N/A · 45,496 affected · Aug 5, 2021
Recall 21V607000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Incorrect seat belt assemblies installed/fmvss 208
N/A · 12,060 affected · Aug 4, 2021
Recall 21V595000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Glove box may interfere with knee air bag
Air Bags · 58 affected · Aug 2, 2021
Recall 21V569000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Loss of abs/esc
N/A · 498 affected · Jul 26, 2021
Recall 21V492000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Air bags can improperly deploy
Air Bags · 379 affected · Jun 30, 2021
Recall 21V470000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Air bag inflators may underinflate bag
Air Bags · 62,812 affected · Jun 23, 2021
Recall 21V413000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Headlights can be misadjusted/fmvss 108
Exterior Lighting · 3,240 affected · Jun 2, 2021
Recall 21V339000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Engine cylinder bore surface may develop cracks
N/A · 15 affected · May 12, 2021
Recall 21V321000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Modifications to vehicles made them noncompliant
N/A · 46 affected · May 5, 2021
Recall 21V295000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Rear axle lock nuts may break
Suspension · 40,993 affected · Apr 26, 2021
Recall 21V274000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Tpms may misidentify the affected tire/fmvss 138
Tires · 149 affected · Apr 21, 2021
Large Recall 21V198000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Passenger air bag may deactivate
Air Bags · 153,152 affected · Mar 22, 2021
Recall 21V159000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Passenger air bag may deploy incorrectly
N/A · 3,421 affected · Mar 10, 2021
Recall 21V142000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Tire failure may cause sudden air loss
Tires · 2,535 affected · Mar 5, 2021
Recall 21V132000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Incorrectly machined wheel lug bolt holes
Wheels · 128 affected · Mar 3, 2021
Recall 21V111000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Engine control module malfunction
N/A · 238 affected · Feb 24, 2021
Recall 21V078000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Incorrect air bag module parameters/fmvss 208
Air Bags · 26,967 affected · Feb 17, 2021
Recall 21V038000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Bolts may be missing from front seat tracks
N/A · 57 affected · Feb 1, 2021
Recall 21V026000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Loss of steering due to knuckle failure
N/A · 10,303 affected · Jan 27, 2021
Recall 21V027000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Detached circlip can cause steering to lockup
Steering · 1 affected · Jan 27, 2021
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. 2021 Recall FAQ
How many recalls did Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. issue in 2021?
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. issued 34 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls in 2021, affecting an estimated 940,484 vehicles.
How do I check if my 2021 Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. vehicle is under recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see every active recall for your specific vehicle.
Is the repair free?
Yes. Federal law requires manufacturers to remedy safety defects at no cost — regardless of vehicle age or ownership history.