Volkswagen is currently dealing with two recall campaigns in the U.S. that, though small, affect some of its well known vehicles. The automaker will have to fix four all-electric 2022 ID.4s as a result of a backup camera problem, as well as 59 Golf Rs and GTIs, due to a strut issue.
The four all-electric Volkswagen ID.4s are being recalled due to a software issue that did not actually happen at the factory. Instead, the vehicles received replacement infotainment systems which contained software that was not designed for the U.S. market.
It’s unclear how that happened, but VW writes that the bad software could lead the rearview camera image to be delayed or completely deactivated when the ID.4 is put into reverse. That puts the vehicle in contravention of U.S. regulations, and means that all four vehicles must be recalled.
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Fortunately, the nature of the error makes it a simple one to address. Since the problem is all about software, VW will be able to fix it with an update that brings the backup camera in the ID.4s affected by this issue into compliance with U.S. regulations.
The second issue will require a slightly more involved fix. An issue at VW’s supplier means that the strut mount in 59 units of the 2023 Golf R and GTI could be deformed. That deformation could lead to the bolted connections being improperly torqued.
Volkswagen’s Product Safety Committee found that the fault cannot lead to an uncontrollable driving situation, so there are no known accidents, injuries, or deaths related to this issue. However, U.S. regulations specifically states that strut mounting points cannot be at risk of coming loose, meaning that the automaker must recall the vehicles in the market.
To remedy the issue, VW will start reaching out to owners on August 18 and ask them to return their vehicle to a nearby dealer. There, the strut mountings will be inspected, and replaced where necessary.
