2022 Volkswagen GTI Recalls

6 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year.

6 Recalls
2022 Model Year
Affected: ENGINE, VISIBILITY, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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6 Recall Campaigns — 2022 Volkswagen GTI

ENGINE
Campaign #22V163000 · 16/03/2022
Issue

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.

Risk

A loose engine design cover may contact hot surfaces in the engine compartment and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix

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.

VISIBILITY
Campaign #22V542000 · 27/07/2022
Issue

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The touch switch for the sunroof may be too sensitive, allowing it to be inadvertently pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

Risk

A sunroof switch that is inadvertently pressed can result in unintended auto-closure of the sunroof, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix

Dealers will replace the roof module switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 23, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 60F6.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Campaign #22V707000 · 21/09/2022
Issue

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The radiator may not have been attached correctly to the intercooler, which can result in a damaged coolant hose.

Risk

A damaged coolant hose can leak, causing the engine to overheat, and increasing the risk of fire. In addition, large amounts of coolant spilling onto the roadway can increase the risk of a crash to other vehicles.

Fix

Dealers will inspect the radiator and replace any damaged parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19Q8.

BACK OVER PREVENTION
Campaign #22V823000 · 02/11/2022
Issue

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8, Audi S3, RS3 Sedan, Q4 E-Tron SUV, A3 Sedan, and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, and ID4 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear or when the park function is manually activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk

An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix

Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Volkswagen) 91EK and (Audi) 91EL.

BACK OVER PREVENTION
Campaign #24V480000 · 27/06/2024
Issue

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf R, Golf GTI, 2024 Atlas, and 2024 Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk

A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Fix

Dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024, and July 16, 2024. Owners may contact VW customer service at 1-800-893-5298. VW's number for this recall is 91US.

BACK OVER PREVENTION
Campaign #25V103000 · 19/02/2025
Issue

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf GTI vehicles. A software error may delay or deactivate the rearview camera image, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk

A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix

Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91SB.

Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database

About 2022 Volkswagen GTI Recalls

The 2022 Volkswagen GTI has 6 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record. The affected components include ENGINE, VISIBILITY, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, BACK OVER PREVENTION. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Volkswagen dealership.

If you own a 2022 Volkswagen GTI, you may have received a recall notice by mail from Volkswagen. If you purchased your vehicle used, the previous owner may have received the notice and you may not be aware of open recalls. Use our free VIN lookup to check your exact vehicle's recall status.

To get your 2022 Volkswagen GTI recall repaired, contact your nearest Volkswagen dealership with your recall campaign number. Federal law requires manufacturers to fix the defect at no cost, regardless of whether you're the original owner, your vehicle's mileage, or its age.

The Volkswagen GTI has a total of 44 recall campaigns across all model years. View all Volkswagen GTI recalls →

2022 Volkswagen GTI Recall FAQs

How many recalls does the 2022 Volkswagen GTI have?

The 2022 Volkswagen GTI has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns on record.

What parts are affected by the 2022 Volkswagen GTI recalls?

The 2022 Volkswagen GTI recalls affect the following components: ENGINE, VISIBILITY, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, BACK OVER PREVENTION.

Are 2022 Volkswagen GTI recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires all manufacturers to repair safety recall defects at no cost to the vehicle owner — regardless of mileage, age, or whether you are the original owner. Contact any authorized Volkswagen dealership with your recall campaign number.

How do I check if my 2022 Volkswagen GTI has an open recall?

Use our free VIN lookup on the RecallDetails.com homepage. Enter your 17-digit VIN and we'll show you every open recall campaign for your exact vehicle, including campaigns that may not appear in model-level data.