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2012 Volkswagen GTI Recall

Volkswagen GTI Recall service at Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale in Avondale, AZ

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Recall Summary

2 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Air Bags

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 15V483000 · Reported Aug 4, 2015 · 420,000 vehicles affected

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010-2013 Eos, 2011-2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012-2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, debris may contaminate the air bag clock spring, a spiral wound, flat cable that keeps the air bag powered while the steering wheel is being turned. This contamination may tear the cable and result in a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.

Consequence

A loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag will prevent the air bag from deploying in the event of a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off. If the airbag light is on and the steering wheel clock spring requires replacement, dealers will install a new steering wheel clock spring. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987.

Air Bags1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 15V483000 · Reported Aug 4, 2015 · 420,000 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

A loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag will prevent the air bag from deploying in the event of a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Unknown Or Other1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 18V329000 · Reported May 16, 2018 · 252 vehicles affected

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.

Consequence

If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

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Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions answered

What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2012 Volkswagen GTI?

NHTSA has issued two recalls for the 2012 Volkswagen GTI, involving the Air Bags and Unknown Or Other components.
The Air Bags recall concerns possible damage to the steering wheel clock spring and loss of the driver’s frontal air bag connection.
The Unknown Or Other recall concerns modifications that may leave the vehicle out of compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

How do I check if my 2012 Volkswagen GTI has an open recall?

You can check your 2012 Volkswagen GTI at NHTSA.gov or receive a free VIN check at our service department.
Bring your vehicle to Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale, call 623-253-6638, or schedule an appointment.

How much does a 2012 Volkswagen GTI recall repair cost?

A 2012 Volkswagen GTI recall repair costs nothing when completed by an authorized dealer as the manufacturer remedy.
The Air Bags remedy and the Unknown Or Other remedy are performed free of charge when the campaign applies to the vehicle.

Can an independent shop fix a 2012 Volkswagen GTI recall?

No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer remedy for a 2012 Volkswagen GTI at no charge.
An independent shop may provide other automotive services, but recall remedies should be completed through an authorized Volkswagen dealer.

Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2012 Volkswagen GTI?

Buyers and dealers check recall status, so an open recall can affect the trade-in process for a 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
Check your vehicle’s status before discussing its value through our trade-in page.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

Protect Occupant Safety

NHTSA’s Air Bags recall describes possible debris contamination inside the steering wheel clock spring. If the cable tears, the driver’s frontal air bag can lose its electrical connection and may not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. The second recall concerns modifications that may leave the vehicle outside applicable regulatory requirements, creating an increased risk of crash, fire, or injury. Waiting can leave a safety-related condition unresolved. Even if your 2012 Volkswagen GTI seems to drive normally, an open recall may not produce an obvious symptom. A prompt VIN check identifies whether Volkswagen’s free remedy is needed.

Volkswagen-Certified Expertise

Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale uses factory-trained technicians, manufacturer diagnostic tools, and OEM parts to follow Volkswagen’s recall instructions. Our team can inspect the VIN, explain the applicable campaign, and complete the manufacturer’s remedy at no charge when the recall is open. For the Air Bags campaign, that may mean a protective cover or clock spring replacement, depending on the vehicle’s condition. We serve drivers in Avondale, Goodyear, Buckeye, Tolleson, and communities throughout the West Valley from 10205 West Papago Freeway, Avondale, AZ 85323.

Start With a Free VIN Check

Start by contacting our service department or using the online scheduler to arrange a VIN check. Bring the 2012 Volkswagen GTI to Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale so our team can verify open recalls and explain the required remedy. Schedule service even if you are unsure whether a repair was completed previously, because the check is free and recall work is performed at no charge by an authorized Volkswagen dealer. Call 623-253-6638, schedule service, or ask our team about the next available appointment. Prompt action helps keep your vehicle’s safety systems and compliance status on track.