NHTSA recall 22V831000
Front Windshield Wipers May Not Activate/FMVSS 104
- Vehicles affected
- 5
- Completion rate
- 40%
- Remedy
- Dealer visit
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Golf R vehicles. Incorrect front windshield wiper software was installed which may prevent the wipers from activating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Issue
Windshield wipers that cannot be activated may lead to reduced visibility for the driver and increase the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
Windshield wipers that cannot be activated may lead to reduced visibility for the driver and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91EN.
Internal ID: 22V831000 · Updated October 12, 2026
