Volkswagen Golf recalls

Urgent Safety Warning – Do Not Drive Your Vehicle Our information shows your vehicle was originally allocated to or used for an extended period of time in a region with a climate zone considered to as HIGH RISK. Issue: The front airbag in your VW vehicle contains an ageing inflator propellant that may explode when deployed due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity. Risk: If the airbag inflator explodes metal fragments may be ejected causing life-threatening or fatal injuries to anyone in the vehicle.

Fix: The front airbag must be replaced. Immediate Action Required: Stop driving your vehicle immediately. Contact the Takata Stop Drive helpline at 0113 526 9646 (MONDAY to FRIDAY 9:00AM to 5:00PM to arrange your recall service.

92 vehicles · built 6 Nov 2008 to 25 Jan 2013

On Golf vehicles of a limited production period belt systems were fitted to front passenger seat that may not have been correctly attached to the anchoring point near the lower B pillar.

Fix: On the affected vehicles the anchoring point of the belt system on the front passenger seat is inspected and dependant on results seat belt may need replacing.

6,081 vehicles · built 12 Feb 2024 to 11 Apr 2024

On Golf vehicles of a limited production period belt systems were fitted to front passenger seat that may not have been correctly attached to the anchoring point near the lower B pillar.

Fix: The anchoring point of the belt system on the front passenger seat is inspected and dependant on results seat belt may need replacing.

8 vehicles · built 2 Apr 2024 to 2 Apr 2024

On affected vehicles the software specification of safety-related systems and component groups may not have been in line with the standard condition at the time

Fix: On affected vehicles the system software will be checked and updated accordingly

• GOLF: 1 vehicle · built 27 May 2016 to 27 May 2016
• GOLF: 1 vehicle · built 23 May 2016 to 23 May 2016

On certain vehicles with electromechanical brake servo and DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) of a limited production period there is a possibility that a heat protection mat was incorrectly fitted. In individual cases the brake fluid reservoir can melt and cause a brake fluid leak into the engine compartment.

Fix: A check of the installation of the heat protection mat on affected vehicles will be conducted. If necessary the correct heat shield condition will be restored and in a damage case the damaged components will be replaced.� �

26,721 vehicles · built 6 Mar 2020 to 31 Aug 2022

The function of the driver airbag inflators can degrade due to air and moisture ingress.

Fix: Replace airbag

• GOLF: 125 vehicles · built 23 Jul 2008 to 27 Feb 2013
• GOLF: 95 vehicles · built 6 Nov 2008 to 6 Nov 2012

The bolted connection of the pull rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal may come loose resulting in a loss of all service braking ability.

Fix: Vehicles are not to be driven and the bolted connection of the input rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal must be checked and if necessary retightened

145 vehicles · built 13 Jan 2019 to 20 May 2021

Faulty crash sensors for airbag and restraint systems may have been fitted in the front doors.

Fix: The crash sensors in the front doors are to be checked and if necessary replaced.

124 vehicles · built 2 Sep 2020 to 8 Sep 2020

On affected vehicles the e-call service may not function

Fix: Update the Online Control Unit software on affected vehicle.

4,630 vehicles · built 12 Mar 2020 to 8 May 2020

The housing bolts on the camshaft adjuster may come loose and break the pulley

Fix: On the affected vehicles the camshaft adjuster has to be replaced

• GOLF: 472 vehicles
• GOLF: 472 vehicles · built 17 Dec 2013 to 4 Dec 2014

Increased humidity may have got into the propellant of the gas generator for the drivers air bag.

Fix: The gas generator of the front airbag on the driver side is replaced.

786 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2002 to 31 Dec 2002

The rear back rest head restraint mounting is not correctly welded.

Fix: Check and replace rear back rest frame if required.

4,027 vehicles · built 1 May 2018 to 31 Aug 2018

On a limited production period a burr may have developed on the locking bar of the head restraint guide.

Fix: On affected vehicles the left head restraint guide on both front seats must be replaced.

2,881 vehicles · built 14 Feb 2018 to 31 Mar 2018

The front brake discs may not meet the required thickness dimension. Under extreme loads this could cause cracking which may lead to fractures.

Fix: The front discs on affected vehicles will be checked for conformity and where necessary they will be replaced.

56 vehicles · built 19 Jan 2018 to 23 Jan 2018

On vehicles with diesel engines and stop/start system the starter motor may be permanently activated because the return spring in the solenoid switch is bent or broken. If the permanent current supply to the starter motor is not noticed overheating of the component with local scorching damage and a vehicle fire is possible.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the solenoid switch.

16,625 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2011 to 30 Nov 2011

There is a possible faulty weld to the gas generator. If the airbag is deployed there is a potential danger to the vehicle occupants by gas generator parts being ejected into the cabin.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag inflator unit.

21 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2014 to 15 Nov 2014

The hardening process for the rear wheel bearing housings may not have been correctly performed. In the worst case this could lead to a fractured housing. Should a fractured housing occur there would be abnormal noises bad tyre wear and a theoretical possibility of wheel loss.

Fix: Recall the 420 vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the right and left rear wheel bearing housings.

420 vehicles · built 21 Aug 2017 to 29 Aug 2017

On vehicles with ABS/ESC the earth connection may be interrupted. This may cause failure of the ABS/ESC system

Fix: On affected vehicles install new software. Where necessary a new ABS/ESC control unit will be fitted.

64,192 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2008 to 31 May 2010

Due to an error in the manufacturing process the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioner may not trigger in the event of a collision

Fix: On affected vehicles replace air bag assembly and seatbelt pretensioner where necessary.

3,879 vehicles · built 1 May 2016 to 31 Oct 2016

It has been identified that due to a programing issue with the On-Board Supply Control Unit it is possible that the failure of one of the vehicle lights (dipped beam/main beam/daytime running light/rear fog light or indicator) may not be recognised by the control unit and therefore not shown in the instrument cluster. It is also possible that vehicle lights may be shown as faulty when they are not. Furthermore a failure of a dipped beam may not trigger a replacement response (activation of side lights). A light failure without a display in the instrument cluster or without replacement response can pose a danger of an accident especially in the dark.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to reprogramme the On-Board Supply Control Unit.

12,440 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2015 to 31 Oct 2016

A tooling problem during manufacture could result in the cylinder head not being to specification. It is possible that the fuel rail could loosen and fuel leaks cannot be ruled out. The customer may notice a smell of fuel because of the leak. In the most unfavourable case it is thought possible the fuel could ignite in the engine compartment.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the cylinder head.

8 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2016 to 1 Apr 2016

The door child locks may disengage without driver knowledge. Though the door remains close it is possible for the door to then be opened from the inside.

Fix: On affected vehicles inspect lock mechanism and replace where necessary.

13,620 vehicles · built 25 Nov 2015 to 14 Apr 2016

Front wheel bearing housings with insufficient hardness may have been fitted. This can lead to a fracture of a wheel bearing housing which can affected the directional control of the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the casting dates of both front wheel bearing housings. Where the affected wheel bearing housings are found they will be replaced.

303 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2015 to 11 Apr 2015

On 2.0l Common Rail engines of a limited production period faulty material can cause leaks on the high pressure pipes during the service life of the vehicle.

Fix: Anti-vibration balance weights will be fitted on the high-pressure pipes.

33,719 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2009 to 15 Dec 2011

In rare cases an incorrect interpretation of the clutch temperature can occur which results in the clutch opening unexpectedly with loss of drive.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and update/reprogramme gearbox control unit.

3,514 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2008 to 31 Aug 2009

The contact resistance on the earth connection of the heating element for the additional air heater can exceed specification. This could lead to excessive heat developing in the connection area of the cable which could result in localised scorching. However if not rectified this could result in a vehicle fire.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and check the torque on the earth connection.

10,436 vehicles · built 8 Jan 2007 to 9 Jan 2008

The additional air heater heating element earth connection may overheat and in the most unfavourable cases may lead to a fire.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check that the earth connection is sufficiently tight.

4,842 vehicles · built 6 Nov 2006 to 12 Jan 2007

It is advised that on some vehicles fitted with a 3 and 4 cylinder pump injector engine the bolts of the tandem fuel pump cover may break due to a bolt production fault. As a result the pump housing will not be tight and a diesel fuel leak may occur.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the pump checked for being of a certain manufacture. If found to be within the affected range the pump housing cover bolts will be replaced.

49,701 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2004 to 31 Aug 2004

The brake servo vacuum supply pipe may crack and leak. This could result in a loss of power assistance and require the driver to apply a lot more force to the brake pedal.

Fix: Examine the condition of the vacuum supply pipe and fit an improved quality replacement where necessary.

69,541 vehicles · built 1 Feb 1998 to 31 Dec 1999

There is a risk that an electrical fault in the anti lock brake control unit (ABS) can cause overheating of related electrical components. This may lead to fire damage and cause the service brake to revert to a non-anti lock mode of operation.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles to check the part number and supplier code of the ABS control unit. Renew the ABS control unit where found necessary.

24,034 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2001 to 30 Sep 2001

Moisture can enter the rear axle ball joints this moisture can start corrosion of the joints ultimately causing the joints to seize.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles for replacement of ball joints and transverse links.

9 vehicles · built 1 Feb 1997 to 28 Feb 2000

The passenger airbag may not release correctly because of a leak in the pressure reservoir of the gas generator.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace the front passenger airbag.

157 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2000 to 30 Nov 2000

Welding faults on the seams of the ISOFIX mounting bars may occur. The safe support of ISOFIX child seats can therefore not be guaranteed in a crash.

Fix: Recall vehicles in order to re-weld the ISOFIX mounting bars.

173 vehicles · built 1 May 2000 to 30 Jun 2000

The wiring harness can cause the headlamp switch to overheat with consequent failure of the headlamps.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for modification to the light switch cable and replacement of the headlamp switch.

9,700 vehicles · built 1 Nov 1994 to 28 Feb 1995

The pulley on the engine cooling fan may loosen causing the fan motor to seize leading to a possible electrical overload with fire risk.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a modified cooling fan and pulley.

2,054 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1994 to 31 Dec 1995

Operation of the vehicle for prolonged periods with the cooling system at very high temperatures can result in cooling system damage which in rare instances may cause rupturing on the heat exchanger. In consequence high temperature coolant

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a bypass valve to the heat exchanger inlet and a non-return valve to the system. At the same time the heat exchanger box will be lined with absorbent foam.

86,500 vehicles · built 1 Aug 1989 to 31 Aug 1991

The headlamp switch may overheat and result in headlamp failure.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitting of a cable harness with control relay. In addition the light switch is to be replaced on Passat and Golf Ecomatic models as appropriate.

28,112 vehicles · built 1 Mar 1991 to 31 Aug 1992

As a result of an assembly fault the bolts securing the ball joints on the wishbone may loosen. In extreme cases this could result in loss of steering control.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for a check on the torque of the ball joint mounting nuts/bolts. If any bolt is insufficiently torqued all three mounting bolts will be replaced.

76 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1994 to 31 Jan 1994

One of several wiring looms located in the engine compartment may not be securely fixed. This could allow over a long time period the loom to chafe with the possibility of short circuiting and in extreme circumstances create a fire risk.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles. Fit protective sleeving to the loom in question and secure the assembly with clips.

6,895 vehicles · built 1 Aug 1991 to 28 Feb 1992