Recall 19V-188: 2015–2019 Volkswagen Golf, 2017–2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen and 2 more

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Mar 6, 2019, covering about 56,173 vehicles.

NHTSA number
19V-188
Report date
Mar 6, 2019
Vehicles affected
56,173
Owners notified
Apr 12, 2019

The problem

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.

The risk

If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
ComponentSuspension › Rear › Springs › Coil Springs
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number19V188000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volkswagen Golf2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019All years
Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen2017, 2018, 2019All years
Volkswagen Jetta2019All years
Volkswagen Tiguan2018, 2019All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 19V-188?

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.

How is recall 19V-188 fixed?

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.