NHTSA Campaign Id 22V831000; Date: Nov. 9, 2022
windshield wipers that cannot be activated may lead to reduced visibility for the driver and increase the risk of a crash.
2016 Volkswagen Golf R
Component: Visibility/wiper
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 5
volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 golf r vehicles. incorrect front windshield wiper software was installed which may prevent the wipers from activating. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 104, "windshield wiping and washing systems."
dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed january 6, 2023. owners may contact volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 91en.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
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