NHTSA Campaign 22V831000
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc..
NHTSA campaign 22V831000 covers 1 vehicle and concerns the visibility/wiper. The repair is free.
What this recall covers
- The defect
- 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."
- The risk
- Windshield wipers that cannot be activated may lead to reduced visibility for the driver and increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Reported September 11, 2022
Vehicles covered by 22V831000 (1)
Volkswagen (1)
Is my car affected?
Being on this list means your year, make and model fall inside campaign 22V831000. It does not mean your individual car does: a campaign covers a range of VINs built in a specific window, and cars either side of that window are untouched.
Check the 17-character VIN from the driver-side dashboard or door jamb against NHTSA's lookup. If it is covered, the dealer must do the work free of charge, regardless of the car's age or mileage.