Windshield wipers that cannot be activated may lead to reduced visibility for the driver and increase the risk of a crash.

Electrical System — Body Control Module — Software
Visibility/Wiper

Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Golf R vehicles. Incorrect front windshield wiper software was installed which may prevent the wipers from activating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Actions
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91EN.
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Date Announced
NOV 09, 2022
Vehicles Affected
5
Volkswagen Recall #
91EN
NHTSA Campaign #
22V831000
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