Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 25V103000 |
| Report Received Date | 2/19/2025 |
| Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION |
| Vehicles Affected | 8,237 |
| Completion Rate | 70.01% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Original |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Golf GTI vehicles. A software error may delay or deactivate the rearview camera image, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Issue
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91SB.
