The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
The risk
If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-188 (19V188000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 42J5 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Suspension › Rear › Springs › Coil springs |
| Report date | March 6, 2019 |
| Owners notified | April 12, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 56,173 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
- 2015 Volkswagen Golf suspension problems 15
- 2016 Volkswagen Golf suspension problems 2
- 2017 Volkswagen Golf suspension problems 3
- 2018 Volkswagen Golf suspension problems 2
- 2019 Volkswagen Golf suspension problems 2
- 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen suspension problems 15
- 2019 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen suspension problems 4
- 2019 Volkswagen Jetta suspension problems 16
- 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan suspension problems 10
- 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan suspension problems 6
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-188 repair free?
Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 56,173 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.