VIN WVWLF7AU4GW034648

Vehicle identification record for VIN WVWLF7AU4GW034648. This page brings together available vehicle specifications, safety recall information, crash-test data, fuel economy details and archived records associated with this VIN.

Vehicle information for VIN WVWLF7AU4GW034648

VIN
WVWLF7AU4GW034648
Make
Volkswagen
Model year
2016
Country
Germany
Record status
accident
NHTSA SAFETY DATABASE

Safety Recall Campaigns

4
4 recall campaigns found for this vehicle's make, model and model year.
Recall 1 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
16V337000 23/05/2016 View details
Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 Golf R vehicles manufactured March 17, 2016 to March 23, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with a Federal Certification Label that lists an incorrect rear axle weight limit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Consequence

The listed weight limit is low enough that the vehicle owner may ignore the weight limits and overload the vehicle and exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected certification label, free of charge. The recall began July 2016. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01B5.

Recall 2 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
16V464000 24/06/2016 View details
Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 CC vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016, to February 3, 2016, Golf R and Tiguan vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 28, 2016, and e-Golf vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 11, 2016. Vibrations, such as those created by opening and closing a vehicle door, may cause the rear child door locks to disengage, allowing a child to open a rear door while inside the vehicle.

Consequence

If an unrestrained child unexpectedly opens a door, they may fall from the vehicle increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the child lock(s), free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 58C9.

Recall 3 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
22V543000 27/07/2022 View details
Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, S3 Sedan, R8 Coupe, A3 Sedan, A3 Etron, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 Golf Sportwagen, Golf R, Golf GTI, Golf A7, and E Golf vehicles. During air bag deployment, the front passenger air bag may explode or deploy improperly.

Consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in serious injury or death. An improper air bag deployment may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front-passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69DY and 61C1.

Recall 4 VISIBILITY/WIPER
22V831000 09/11/2022 View details
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."

Consequence

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

Remedy

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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Crash Test & Safety Ratings

5/5
2016 Volkswagen Golf R 4 DR AWD
Overall Safety Rating ★★★★★ 5 out of 5
Frontal Crash ★★★★☆
Side Crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★☆
Official source: U.S. Department of Transportation · National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Ratings apply to the NHTSA-tested vehicle configuration matched by make, model and model year. View NHTSA Safety Ratings →
U.S. EPA FUEL ECONOMY DATA

EPA Fuel Economy

Fuel type Premium
City 23 MPG
Highway 30 MPG
Combined 25 MPG
Engine displacement 2.0 L
Cylinders 4
Transmission Automatic (AM-S6)
Drive All-Wheel Drive
CO₂ emissions 347.0 g/mile
Estimated annual fuel cost $3050
Source: U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov

VIN structure

WVW WMI · LF7AU4 VDS · GW034648 VIS
WMI WVW World Manufacturer Identifier
VDS LF7AU4 Vehicle Descriptor Section
VIS GW034648 Vehicle Identifier Section
Model year code G Position 10 of the VIN
Plant code W Position 11 of the VIN
VIN length 17 characters Standard modern VIN format

OFFICIAL U.S. GOVERNMENT DATA

NHTSA Vehicle Data

NHTSA
Make VOLKSWAGEN
Model Golf R
Model year 2016
Manufacturer VOLKSWAGEN AG
Vehicle type PASSENGER CAR
Body class Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Trim Base, Base w/ DCC & Nav.
Engine model 2.0T
Displacement 2 L
Cylinders 4
Engine power 292.00 hp
Fuel type Gasoline
Transmission Automatic
Transmission speeds 6
Doors 4
Plant city WOLFSBURG
Plant country GERMANY
Source: NHTSA vPIC

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