Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: radiator assembly
- Component
- Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: radiator assembly
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 8,038
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2022-09-21
- Owners notified
- 2022-11-15
Defect description
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 risk
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.