Volkswagen recalls 2023 GTI vehicles with loose suspension connections that could cause steering instability and crash risk. Owners must get free strut mounting repairs by August 18, 2023.
Loose suspension connections can cause steering instability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Volkswagen is recalling certain 2023 GTI vehicles because loose suspension connections may cause steering instability and increase crash risk. Affected vehicles need free repairs to prevent potential accidents.
Loose suspension connections can cause steering instability, making the vehicle harder to control. This increases the risk of a crash, especially during maneuvers that require quick steering adjustments.
Owners of 2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI vehicles are affected. Drivers with loose suspension connections face higher crash risk during vehicle handling.
Check for 2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI vehicles. The recall specifically affects models with deformed strut mounts that loosen bolted connections to the suspension.
Call 1-800-893-5298 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule repairs.
Dealers will inspect and replace the right and/or left suspension strut mountings if needed at no cost.
Dealers will inspect and replace the right and/or left suspension strut mountings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40T3.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2023.
Dealers will inspect and replace the suspension strut mountings if they are deformed or loose.
The recall specifically affects 2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI vehicles with deformed strut mounts.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Volkswagen to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V437000 — Volkswagen Volkswagen Hello, I own a Volkswagen that is covered by recall 23V437000 from Volkswagen. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect and replace the right and/or left suspension strut mountings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40T3. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
