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Recall 23V-437

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2023 Volkswagen GTI and 1 other model: Suspension (front, macpherson strut).

At a glance

Campaign number
23V-437
Reported
June 21, 2023
Vehicles affected
59 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

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

The fix

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-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40T3.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles