Volkswagen · United States · Crit
Volkswagen Golf R, GTI: Engine
Affects Volkswagen Golf R, GTI · 2022 — about 4K vehicles.
The hazard
A loose engine design cover may contact hot surfaces in the engine compartment and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
What to do
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.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational