VOLKSWAGEN 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R
Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R vehicles due to electrical system:body control module:software issues. Windshield wipers that cannot be activated may lead to reduced visibility for the driver and increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Windshield wipers that cannot be activated may lead to reduced visibility for the driver and increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026