VOLKSWAGEN GTI (2023) recall — Back Over Prevention
Volkswagen recalls certain 2022-2024 Golf GTI vehicles with a rearview camera software error that may delay or deactivate the camera image, increasing crash risk. Owners must update software free of charge.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Volkswagen is recalling 2022-2024 Golf GTI vehicles that may have a rearview camera software error causing the camera to not display images properly. This reduces rear visibility and increases crash risk, so owners need to get the software updated. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/81578-volkswagen-2023-gti-rearview-camera-software-error-may-reduce-visibility.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/81578-volkswagen-2023-gti-rearview-camera-software-error-may-reduce-visibility · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #25V103000
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“Volkswagen 2023 GTI: Rearview Camera Software Error May Reduce Visibility.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81578-volkswagen-2023-gti-rearview-camera-software-error-may-reduce-visibility. Based on NHTSA recall #25V103000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V103000).
Why it’s dangerous
The software error can delay or deactivate the rearview camera image, meaning the driver may not see behind their vehicle. This increases the risk of a crash when reversing or changing lanes.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2022-2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI vehicles are affected. Drivers with poor rear visibility due to the camera issue are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle is a 2022-2024 Golf GTI. The recall was announced in March 2025 with owner notifications mailed to affected vehicles.
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What to do — step by step
Update Software Free
Dealers will update the camera control unit software at no cost to fix the issue.
Contact Customer Service
Call Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule the update.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91SB.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
A software error may delay or deactivate the rearview camera image, causing reduced rear visibility and increasing crash risk.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it is a 2022-2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI. Owner notifications were mailed in March 2025.
Is there a deadline to fix this?
The recall remedy does not specify a deadline for the software update; dealers will handle it at no cost.
Contact Volkswagen
We’ve drafted a message you can send Volkswagen to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V103000 — Volkswagen Volkswagen Hello, I own a Volkswagen that is covered by recall 25V103000 from Volkswagen. The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91SB. 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.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #25V103000 (February 19, 2025)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.