Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen, GTI +3 more: Electrical system — switch

Affects Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen, GTI, Jetta, Golf, Golf Alltrack · 2019–2020 — about 63K vehicles.

The hazard

Ignition switch failure can cause the electrical system to shut down and the engine to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 1, 2024. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 28H7.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational