How many recalls does the 2021 Volkswagen Golf have?

The 2021 Volkswagen Golf has 3 known safety recalls. None are classified as critical.

Are Volkswagen Golf recalls free to fix?

Yes, all manufacturer safety recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized Volkswagen dealers. Contact your local dealer with your VIN to schedule service.

How do I check if my specific 2021 Volkswagen Golf is affected?

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the Cardog app or contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer. They can verify if your specific vehicle is affected by any recalls.

2021 Volkswagen Golf

Safety Recalls & Notices

We found 3 safety recalls for the 2021 Volkswagen Golf. Recalls are sourced from both NHTSA (US) and Transport Canada databases. Contact your authorized Volkswagen dealer to schedule free repairs.

Total

safety notices

Units

26,117

vehicles affected

Recent

Jul 20, 2022

last notice date

Summary

Issue: Under certain conditions, the rearview camera image may not appear on the center screen. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the infotainment software.

Campaign ID:2022382

Units Affected:23,553

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Summary

Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display or cause it to freeze. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear. Safety Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the rearview camera software.

Campaign ID:2020556

Units Affected:2,564

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Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan LWB, Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas FL and Arteon vehicles. The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Campaign ID:160594

Component:BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Potential Consequence

A black or frozen rear view image reduces the driver's visibility when reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91BB/91BC.

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