The problem
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."
The risk
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.
The fix
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 details
| NHTSA campaign | 16V-337 (16V337000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 01B5 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | May 23, 2016 |
| Owners notified | July 19, 2016 |
| Vehicles affected | 11 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 16V-337 repair free?
Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 11 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.