Volkswagen Recall 15V-705: Engine and engine cooling – engine

Affected: 2015–2016 Volkswagen Beetle, 2015–2016 Volkswagen Golf, 2015–2016 Volkswagen Jetta and 1 more. Filed with NHTSA on October 26, 2015, covering about 91,867 vehicles.

The problem

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.

The risk

If the camshaft lobe shears off there would be a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Volkswagen dealer will update the engine control module (ECM) software. The recall began March 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23R1.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign15V-705 (15V705000)
Manufacturer number23R1
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
ComponentEngine and engine cooling › Engine
Report dateOctober 26, 2015
Owners notifiedMarch 9, 2016
Vehicles affected91,867
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the engine & cooling

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 15V-705 repair free?

Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Volkswagen dealer will update the engine control module (ECM) software. The recall began March 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23R1.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 91,867 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.