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.

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.

Actions

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.

Documents (8)

• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Volkswagen - Advance Notice – Safety Recall 19Q8 / Radiator and Coolant Hose - September 2022
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Volkswagen - Dealer Launch Notice - November 2022
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Volkswagen - Recall FAQ - December 2022

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