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VOLKSWAGEN Amarok Recalls

9 recalls affecting the VOLKSWAGEN Amarok (0–2025).

9

Active recalls

0

Resolved recalls

9

Total recalls

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REC-006441active

2025 VOLKSWAGEN Amarok

Due to a software issue, the electromechanical brake servo control unit may switch off. As a result, the braking assistance could be reduced, requiring greater pedal force and potentially increasing the vehicle’s stopping distance.

Light Vehicle

30 Sept 2025

REC-006190active

2023–2024 VOLKSWAGEN Amarok

Due to a manufacturing defect, the driver's seat belt may have been incorrectly anchored. As a result, the seat belt may not operate as intended.

Light Vehicle

26 Nov 2024

REC-005838active

2023 VOLKSWAGEN Amarok

Due to a manufacturing defect, the rear driveshaft bolts may not have been sufficiently tightened during production and could become loose and detach. If this occurs, it may lead to a sudden loss of motive power.

Light Vehicle

30 Nov 2023

REC-005829active

2023 VOLKSWAGEN Amarok

Due to a manufacturing defect, the front drive shaft may become damaged and break. If this occurs, it could lead to a sudden loss of motive power.

Light Vehicle

13 Nov 2023

REC-001400active

2016–2019 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK

The cable for the spare wheel winch can be weakened and snap when used under certain conditions (extreme dirt/dust exposure). The spare wheel will then only be secured by the secondary securing strap.

Light Vehicle

10 Mar 2021

REC-001420active

2016–2017 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK

Due to a production fault, the front seat wiring harness may be damaged.

Light Vehicle

18 July 2019

REC-001391active

2016–2018 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK

A clip fitted incorrectly during production may damage the power steering return hose. Hydraulic fluid could be discharged and a loss of power steering assistance would be experienced.

Light Vehicle

3 Jan 2018

REC-001390active

0 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK

On certain Amarok vehicles the bolts for the front brake callipers may not have been tightened with the specified torque.

Light Vehicle

15 June 2015

REC-001367active

0 VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK

A limited number of Amarok vehicles had fuel pipes incorrectly positioned during production. This defect, combined with vibrations in the engine bay, may lead to chafing or cracks developing in the fuel pipes. In addition, a secondary issue has been identified with genuine towbars fitted to the same range of Amarok vehicles. The towball does not comply with the height requirements of ADR 62/02.

Light Vehicle

19 Nov 2013