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2011–2019 Volkswagen Beetle, Golf Sportwagen, Jetta and more recall: Electrical system: ignition, anti-theft, control module

NHTSA campaign 19V-615 · August 22, 2019 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
19V615000
Reported
August 22, 2019
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Part
Electrical system: ignition, anti-theft, control module
Vehicles affected
About 679,027

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."

Safety risk

Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

The fix

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

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.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Volkswagen Beetle (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019); Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019); Volkswagen GTI (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019); Volkswagen Golf (2015, 2016, 2018, 2019); Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen (2017, 2018, 2019); Volkswagen Jetta (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

What is the fix?

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.