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VOLKSWAGEN GTI — recall

Automotive · Canada · 2025-02-19

Volkswagen GTI rearview camera image may be delayed or not appear due to software issue

Country	Canada
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-02-19
Manufacturer	VOLKSWAGEN
Models affected	GTI
Model year	2022 2023 2024
Units affected	839
Defect	On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image to be delayed or not to appear on the display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear._x000D_ A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Component	Visual System
Remedy	Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the camera control unit software.
Recall number	2025-089
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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