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2023 Volkswagen GTI Recalls

5 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Feb 19, 2025

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Volkswagen GTI average of 2.2 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Back Over Prevention › Software, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2023 Volkswagen GTI recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 25V103000

Back Over Prevention › Software

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Feb 19, 2025

What is recalled

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."

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 24V480000

Back Over Prevention › Software

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Jun 27, 2024

What is recalled

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."

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 23V437000

Suspension › Front › Macpherson Strut

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Jun 21, 2023

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Golf R A8 and Golf GTI vehicles. The strut mount may be deformed, loosening the bolted connections to the suspension strut mounting.

Safety consequence

Loose suspension connections can cause steering instability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the right and/or left suspension strut mountings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40T3.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 22V823000

Back Over Prevention › Display Function

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Nov 2, 2022

What is recalled

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."

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 22V707000

Engine And Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Radiator Assembly

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Sep 21, 2022

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Volkswagen GTI model years

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2023 Volkswagen GTI recall questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Volkswagen GTI have?

This verified dataset contains 5 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2023 Volkswagen GTI. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2023 Volkswagen GTI?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology