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Volkswagen Golf R radiator problem can leak coolant, cause fire

NHTSA campaign 22V707000 · Reported 2022-09-21 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

critical How serious is it? About this label

This is serious because a coolant leak can overheat the engine and lead to a fire, and spilled coolant can put other drivers at risk; Volkswagen does not tell owners to stop driving, but watch your temperature gauge and pull over safely if the engine runs hot.

What's wrong, in plain English

The radiator may not have been bolted to the intercooler correctly when the car was built. A radiator that is not held properly can rub or damage a coolant hose, and coolant can leak out. Without enough coolant, the engine can overheat, and that can lead to a fire. A large amount of coolant spilling onto the road can also create a hazard for other drivers behind you. A dealer will inspect it and replace any damaged parts.

What you should do

1. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm your car is covered by recall 22V707000 (Volkswagen's number 19Q8).
2. Call your Volkswagen dealer, or Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, to book the inspection.
3. Have the radiator inspected and any damaged parts replaced — free of charge.

Affected vehicles (2)

Who to contact

Volkswagen — official Volkswagen recall lookup

Customer service: 1-800-893-5298

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Official notice

Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Summary
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.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.