CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The strut mount may be deformed, loosening the bolted connections to the suspension strut mounting.
- Risk
- Loose suspension connections can cause steering instability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the right and/or left suspension strut mountings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40T3.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
A front suspension strut mount may be deformed, which can loosen the bolted connections that hold the strut to the vehicle. Loose suspension connections can cause the steering to become unstable, raising the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the front suspension strut mounts and replace the right and/or left mounts as needed, at no cost to the owner. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2023. You can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 with questions. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls and schedule the free repair at an authorized dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volkswagen Golf R | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen GTI | 2023 |