NHTSA recall 20V716000
Back Over Prevention · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas Cross Sport, Tiguan lwb, Jetta nf, Jetta Gli, Golf Gti, Atlas fl and Arteon vehicles. The rear view camera could malfunction during an ignition cycle, leading to a black screen or infotainment system freeze. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A black or frozen rear view image reduces the driver's visibility when reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2021 Volkswagen Arteon
- 2021 Volkswagen Atlas
- 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
- 2021 Volkswagen Golf
- 2021 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan
All model years NHTSA lists
2021 Volkswagen Arteon, 2021 Volkswagen Atlas, 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 2021 Volkswagen Golf, 2021 Volkswagen Jetta, 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 20V716000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.