VOLKSWAGEN 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R
Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2022
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R vehicles due to engine issues. A loose engine design cover may contact hot surfaces in the engine compartment and melt, increasing the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf GTI and Golf R vehicles. Certain driving situations, such as high acceleration driving maneuvers, may loosen the engine design cover.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A loose engine design cover may contact hot surfaces in the engine compartment and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will remove the engine design cover, free of charge. Once parts become available, Volkswagen will provide a free updated engine design cover under a separate Service Action. Owner notification letters were mailed by March 29, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 10H5.
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