NHTSA Recall 23V437000: Macpherson strut (suspension)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 59 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volkswagen Golf R.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V437000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 40T3 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › MACPHERSON STRUT |
| Report received | June 21, 2023 |
| Owner notification | July 6, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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 risk
Loose suspension connections can cause steering instability, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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 23V437000
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.