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NHTSA Recall 22V707000: Radiator assembly (engine and engine cooling)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,038 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volkswagen Golf R.

8,038
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2022
owners notified (November 15)
NHTSA campaign22V707000
Manufacturer campaign19Q8
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Report receivedSeptember 21, 2022
Owner notificationNovember 15, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

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.

Notes

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 22V707000

Make and modelModel years
Volkswagen Golf R2022, 2023
Volkswagen GTI2022, 2023

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.