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2021 Volkswagen Golf Recalls

NHTSA reports 1 open safety recall for the 2021 Volkswagen Golf. All recall repairs are free at any authorized Volkswagen dealer, regardless of mileage or ownership.

Open Recalls for the 2021 Volkswagen Golf

20V716000Reported 18/11/2020

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan LWB, Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas FL and Arteon vehicles. The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A black or frozen rear view image reduces the driver's visibility when reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91BB/91BC.

Source: NHTSA campaign 20V716000 via nhtsa.gov/recalls

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How to Get a Recall Repaired

Confirm the recall applies to your specific Volkswagen Golf by checking the VIN above.
Note the NHTSA campaign number from the recall details.
Call any authorized Volkswagen dealer and reference the campaign number.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the dealer must perform the recall remedy at no cost regardless of vehicle age or owner.
Bring the vehicle to the appointment. Most recall repairs take 1-3 hours; some require parts to be ordered first.

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