REC-006592

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2024–2025 VOLKSWAGEN Golf, Tiguan & Tayron

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 23 April 2026

Defect

Due to a software issue, the electric power steering system under certain driving conditions may become temporarily inoperable. Should this occur, steering will remain functional. However, the driver may experience a noticeable increase in steering effort, particularly when cornering.

Hazard

A sudden increase in steering effort could increase the risk of an accident-causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles can contact their preferred Volkswagen dealership to schedule an appointment as soon as possible to have the software update carried out, free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-006592

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