Volkswagen Golf R, GTI +2 more: Back over prevention — software

Affects Volkswagen Golf R, GTI, Atlas Cross Sport, Atlas · 2022–2024 — about 84K vehicles.

The hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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