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2013 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 2013 Volkswagen GTI?

NHTSA has issued 2 recalls for the 2013 Volkswagen GTI: one involving Air Bags and one involving Unknown Or Other regulatory requirements.
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 cause the vehicle not to meet applicable regulatory requirements.

How do I check if my 2013 Volkswagen GTI has an open recall?

You can check your VIN at NHTSA.gov or receive a free VIN check at our service department.
Our team can confirm whether a manufacturer remedy remains open for your specific vehicle.
Schedule service if you are unsure whether a prior recall repair was completed.

How much does a 2013 Volkswagen GTI recall repair cost?

A 2013 Volkswagen GTI recall repair is free at an authorized dealer when the recall applies to the vehicle.
Volkswagen specifies the remedy, and the dealer performs qualifying recall work at no charge to the owner.

Can an independent shop fix a 2013 Volkswagen GTI recall?

No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer remedy for a 2013 Volkswagen GTI at no charge.
An authorized Volkswagen service department can verify the VIN and complete the remedy specified by the manufacturer.

Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2013 Volkswagen GTI?

Buyers and dealers check recall status, so completing an open recall can help keep the trade-in process moving.
Use our trade-in page to begin valuing your vehicle, and ask our team to check its recall status.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

Address Safety Concerns

The Air Bags recall may allow debris to damage the steering wheel clock spring, interrupting the driver's frontal air bag connection. In a crash, the air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury. The second NHTSA recall concerns modifications that may leave the vehicle out of compliance with regulatory requirements, potentially increasing the risk of a crash, fire, or injury. Because these concerns may not affect everyday driving sensations, waiting for a warning or failure is not a safe strategy. A free VIN check helps identify an open remedy before a serious event occurs, and an authorized dealer can complete the manufacturer repair at no charge.

Volkswagen Expertise Nearby

Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale is an authorized Volkswagen franchise dealer in Avondale, Arizona, serving drivers from Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Buckeye, Tolleson, and nearby communities. Our factory-trained technicians use manufacturer diagnostic tools and OEM parts to verify recall status and perform the exact remedy Volkswagen specifies. For the air bag recall, that may include installing a protective cover over the clock spring or replacing the clock spring when required. For the compliance recall, the vehicle may be repaired to meet applicable requirements or handled according to Volkswagen's remedy. Recall work is performed free of charge when applicable.

Start With a VIN Check

Begin by locating your GTI's VIN and contacting our service team. We can check the VIN against the manufacturer's open recall records, explain whether a recall applies, and identify the next step. Bring the vehicle to Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale for the manufacturer remedy, even if you are unsure whether a previous owner completed it or you have not received a notice. The check is free, so there is no reason to delay. Schedule an appointment online, or contact the dealership in Avondale, AZ, to arrange your visit and address the recall with confidence.