The vehicle dossier US · 2022
2022 Volkswagen
GOLFProblems & recalls
81 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Other components appears in 40 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.
01 / Owner-reported evidence
What owners reported.
Categories attached to 81 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.
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These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.
The reporting timeline
When reports arrived.
Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 3 years with reports.
200 miles is the median among 1 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 200–200 miles.
This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.
02 / Official safety campaigns
0 recall campaigns on file.
A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.
03 / The manufacturer’s record
Instructions. Updates. Responses.
56 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.
TT 91 24 01Addressing Cybersecurity or Vehicle Hack concernsNHTSA ID 10249136
Addressing Cybersecurity or Vehicle Hack concerns
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10249136 at NHTSACircular 34N4In certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the shift knob could become detached during use. If this happens, the shift knob can be replaced immediately and this issue does not affect the drivability of the vehicle…NHTSA ID 10243931
In certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the shift knob could become detached during use. If this happens, the shift knob can be replaced immediately and this issue does not affect the drivability of the vehicle. The gears can continue to be selected as normal.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10243931 at NHTSADealer 34N4In certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the shift knob could become detached during use. If this happens, the shift knob can be replaced immediately and this issue does not affect the drivability of the vehicle…NHTSA ID 10243932
In certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the shift knob could become detached during use. If this happens, the shift knob can be replaced immediately and this issue does not affect the drivability of the vehicle. The gears can continue to be selected as normal.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10243932 at NHTSAV171901201285565Update to Volkswagen engine oil standardsNHTSA ID 10241177
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10241177 at NHTSAV4622022067177_2Brake repair or replacement instruction.NHTSA ID 10239637
Brake repair or replacement instruction.
Components: SERVICE BRAKES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10239637 at NHTSAV271901201189424Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas ChargerNHTSA ID 10239655
Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10239655 at NHTSAV171803203720116Correct engine oil level during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)NHTSA ID 10238305
Correct engine oil level during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10238305 at NHTSAV371802203397511Automatic Transmission Fluid RequirementsNHTSA ID 10238310
Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements
Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10238310 at NHTSAV171901201285563Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.NHTSA ID 10238307
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10238307 at NHTSAVCarNetCENotifying customers they can take advantage of complimentary safe and secure after their complimentary software updateNHTSA ID 10238302
Notifying customers they can take advantage of complimentary safe and secure after their complimentary software update
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10238302 at NHTSAV171901201285562Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.NHTSA ID 10237427
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10237427 at NHTSAVIN4APIN20230502Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states rattle from beneath the vehicle Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory N…NHTSA ID 10236099
Customer states MIL-on, P0442 stored in ECM memory Customer states MIL-on, fault P2402 stored in ECM memory Customer states rattle from beneath the vehicle Customer states MIL-on, fault P0456 and/or P0442 stored in ECM memory Noise from front end while driving Customer states MIL-on/Airbag light, fault U019900 and/or B101715 stored in ECM/Airbag memory Customer states condensation in the taillights Customer states key FOB lock/unlock functions do not work via button press (not KESSY) Customer states seat memory is inoperative Customer states seat belt won't retract
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10236099 at NHTSARecords below contain the NHTSA bulk summary unless a document-reviewed explainer is linked. A service bulletin is not a safety recall or a promise of a free repair. Records may be revised or superseded; verify the current document with the manufacturer.
04 / Agency investigations
Official inquiries.
An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.
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