2021 Volkswagen Golf

Recalls

1 recall names the 2021 Volkswagen Golf. Newest first.

• Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera

  Nov 18, 2020NHTSA 20V71600032,048 vehicles

  Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan LWB, Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas FL and Arteon vehicles. The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of…

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  A black or frozen rear view image reduces the driver's visibility when reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy

  Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91BB/91BC.

  Full recall details →

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Electrical system3
2. Service brakes2
3. Exterior lighting1
4. Power train1
5. Seat belts1
6. Steering1
7. Air bags1
8. Unknown or other1
9. Engine1

Latest complaints

• Aug 5, 2026CA
  Seat belts
  my car is 5 years old, only has 37291miles. Failed Component: Seat Belts (Right Rear Passenger Buckle) Description of Incident: The right rear passenger seat belt buckle assembly has suffered a complete mechanical latch failure. When attempting to insert the seat belt tongue into the buckle…

  my car is 5 years old, only has 37291miles. Failed Component: Seat Belts (Right Rear Passenger Buckle) Description of Incident: The right rear passenger seat belt buckle assembly has suffered a complete mechanical latch failure. When attempting to insert the seat belt tongue into the buckle receptacle, the internal latching mechanism fails to engage, catch, or lock. The seat belt cannot be secured under any amount of pressure, rendering the entire passenger seating position completely unusable and unsafe. This is a premature component failure of a core, federally regulated safety restraint system on a vehicle with only 37,291 miles. The vehicle has not been involved in any prior collisions, and there is no physical damage or debris inside the buckle. The part has simply failed mechanically under normal, low-frequency usage. Crash/Injury/Fire: No crash or injury has occurred yet because the seating position is being left vacant due to the extreme safety risk. Nor was there any debris found by VW service technicians Remedy: The vehicle manufacturer (Volkswagen) has been notified of the component failure. Volkswagen corporate case number is 07656953.

• Apr 27, 2026TX
  Electrical system · Engine · Power train
  Since shortly after purchase, the vehicle has experienced intermittent drivability and shifting issues along with repeated EPC and check engine warnings. Diagnostic trouble code P0111 (intake air temperature plausibility) has been present along with other electrical and engine management faults. A…

  Since shortly after purchase, the vehicle has experienced intermittent drivability and shifting issues along with repeated EPC and check engine warnings. Diagnostic trouble code P0111 (intake air temperature plausibility) has been present along with other electrical and engine management faults. A Volkswagen dealership diagnosis indicated that the intake air temperature sensor and an additional engine insulation “hood blanket” component (not originally installed on the vehicle) are required to address the issue. These components were presented as necessary to correct the fault and resolve intermittent shifting behavior. The shifting issue is intermittent but occurs during normal driving and raises safety concerns due to unpredictable drivability and transmission behavior. The vehicle continues to exhibit warning lights and unresolved performance issues despite multiple repair attempts. The dealership has not identified a clear root cause, and prior repairs including sensor and EVAP-related components have not resolved the condition. Given the involvement of transmission-related drivability concerns and repeated unresolved electronic faults affecting engine performance, I am filing this complaint as a potential safety-related defect affecting normal vehicle operation.

• Jul 18, 2024IN
  Exterior lighting
  Headlight lens assembly of both headlights is cracking excessively. Upon review of online forums, this is happening frequently to many consumers. This impacts headlight output and looks to be manufacturing defect. Recently reported to dealer who indicated they have seen many of these recently and…

  Headlight lens assembly of both headlights is cracking excessively. Upon review of online forums, this is happening frequently to many consumers. This impacts headlight output and looks to be manufacturing defect. Recently reported to dealer who indicated they have seen many of these recently and so far most have been handled by warranty but they would take pictures and submit. If this is known mfg defect why are their not proactive remedy/replacement?

• Feb 3, 2024IL
  Service brakes

  I was almost rear ended because Hill hold assist did not disengage quickly. I’ve driven manual transmission for over 40 years and find this hill hold dangerous!

• Jan 25, 2024IL
  Unknown or other
  The last few months my schedule changed and I'm driving in the dark now. The auto dimming mirror does not function as expected, it is too slow in response to prevent glare and blinding from vehicles behind me. By the time the mirror decides to dim I'm already blinded from the glare and can no…

  The last few months my schedule changed and I'm driving in the dark now. The auto dimming mirror does not function as expected, it is too slow in response to prevent glare and blinding from vehicles behind me. By the time the mirror decides to dim I'm already blinded from the glare and can no longer see what is in front of me. Also, since it does not dim to the edge I still get blinded from the glare around the perimeter of the mirror (there is no way to adjust this to prevent it). Since this mirror is also "rimless" (no plastic cover on the edge) the polished edge causes light refraction thereby blinding me in daylight. Currently the only way to prevent glare from the mirror is point it down to the floor rendering useless and dangerous.

• Jan 18, 2023CT
  Air bags · Electrical system · Service brakes

  Faulty door wiring harness leading driver side blinkers to stop working, windows randomly rolling down, rear collision detector errors, engine start/stop errors.

• Jul 23, 2022CA
  Electrical system · Steering
  red power steering system light turned on and flashed/beeped 3X. steering wheel locked up and I could not turn. I was on the freeway in the far right lane and managed to force push the steering wheel to the right and slowly merge over to the shoulder. Volks in Kearny Mesa confirmed issue with…

  red power steering system light turned on and flashed/beeped 3X. steering wheel locked up and I could not turn. I was on the freeway in the far right lane and managed to force push the steering wheel to the right and slowly merge over to the shoulder. Volks in Kearny Mesa confirmed issue with steering gear after inspection on 6/21/2022. The steering gear needs to be replaced as the first step. No symptoms prior to malfunction. I could have died if I was in any other lane as there was a lot of cars on the freeway. I got lucky.

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11011377This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication for the airbag control module. For trouble code DTC B10001B. Driver airbag igniter resistance too high -N95
• 11011375moisture witin rear tail lamp assembly
• 11011374HVAC duct cleaning and deodorizing
• 11011371This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
• 11010024Lack of paint under roof
• 11010022Engine Oil Standards
• 11010021Additional reporting
• 11010011Vehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available
• 11008866Inspecting sensors for damage
• 11008861Fluid requirements
• 11008860Manual transmission noise diagnosing
• 11008858A list of engine oil that meet Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards
• 11008857How to perform the engine oil consumption measurement
• 11008856Checking Engine Oil and correctly reading dip stick
• 11008853How to manage software versions using VW diagnostic Tool
• 11008852Recommended Gasoline Quality
• 11008851Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid
• 11008850Fuel additive to help with misfire faults
• 11008846Wind & Water Leak Checking
• 11007398Battery testing
• 11007396Car-net 2.0 may not fully complete the initial Register and Pairing process (R&P) after removal of
• 11007393Engine Oil Standards
• 11005830Phyical condensation within Taillamp cluster is an optical phenomenon and does not affect the function of the taillights.
• 11005826Car-net 2.0 may not fully complete the initial Register and Pairing process (R&P) after removal of
• 11005825Engine oil quality standards
• 11005823KESSY Key adaptation
• 11005821Engine Oil Pressure-Priming
• 11005820Engine Assembly Tip
• 11005819Engine Replacement Tip
• 11005818Engine No Start, ECM shorted due to incorrect battery removal
• 11005817Mandatory Fastener Replacement
• 11002875Engine oil quality standards
• 11001522These documents are for the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Limited Warranty Extension as part of the Class Action Settlement
• 11001508Engine oil quality standards
• 11001503Forigen objects inside seat belt buckle
• 11001494These documents are for the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Limited Warranty Extension as part of the Class Action Settlement
• 10253481Carefree Maintenance and VW Care Maintenance Plans Interim AdBlue Refills -? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
• 10253477Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
• 10253474This communication contains important information and SAGA claim entry requirements for the Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program for all Model Year 2015 and newer VW models with Gasoline Engines.
• 10253262VW Engine oil quality standards

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