Recall 22V542 covers 2,238 2022 Volkswagen GTI and Golf R vehicles with overly sensitive sunroof switches. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Volkswagen is recalling 2,238 2022 GTI and Golf R vehicles because the sunroof touch switch is too sensitive and can be pressed by accident. An unintended auto-closure of the sunroof increases the risk of injury, and Volkswagen dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The sunroof touch switch in the 2022 Volkswagen GTI and Golf R is the control you touch to open or close the roof glass. It works by sensing a finger on the switch surface, then telling the sunroof motor to move. The switch has to ignore accidental contact so the roof does not move when a hand, sleeve, or object brushes the control.
On these vehicles, the touch area was calibrated with sensitivity that is too high. After a design improvement, the slider area responded to contact more easily than Volkswagen intended. That means the sunroof switch can register an unintended press, which is why the vehicles do not meet the power-operated window system rule in FMVSS 118.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is in how the switch senses contact, so the driver is not given a light, message, sound, or other signal before the sunroof control responds too easily.
Who's affected?
Covers the GTI and Golf R hatchbacks using the same switch LINroof module.
| 2022 Volkswagen GTI | visibility component |
|---|---|
| 2022 Volkswagen Golf R | visibility component |
| Units affected | 2,238 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific hatchback is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
An inadvertently pressed sunroof switch can close the sunroof without anyone intending it, which increases the risk of injury to a person in the opening. There is no warning sign before this happens. Keep hands and heads clear of the sunroof opening until the switch is replaced. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2022 Volkswagen GTI or Golf R is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the free roof module switch replacement that fixes the overly sensitive sunroof touch switch.
- Bring the recall notice if Volkswagen mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V542 and Volkswagen recall 60F6 when you call.
- Avoid using the sunroof controls until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volkswagen technician replaces the roof module switch that controls the sunroof. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered by Volkswagen. This repair addresses the overly sensitive touch switch that can be pressed by accident. Volkswagen will not offer reimbursement under this recall, so prior out-of-pocket repairs are not covered through a separate recall reimbursement program.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| July 27, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 22, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 23, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| September 23, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 23, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V542?
Recall 22V542 covers 2,238 2022 Volkswagen GTI and Golf R vehicles with a sunroof touch switch that is too sensitive. An inadvertent press can trigger unintended auto-closure of the sunroof, increasing injury risk. Volkswagen dealers will replace the roof module switch for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Volkswagen GTI or Golf R is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V542. If it is, contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the roof module switch replacement. Reference recall 22V542 or Volkswagen recall number 60F6 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Volkswagen's remedy says dealers will replace the roof module switch free of charge at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
What is the safety risk with this Volkswagen sunroof recall?
The safety risk is unintended sunroof auto-closure after an inadvertent switch press. That can increase the risk of injury. If your VIN is included, schedule the free roof module switch replacement with a franchised Volkswagen dealer.
What if I bought my 2022 Volkswagen GTI or Golf R used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Volkswagen is included, then contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer and reference recall 22V542 or Volkswagen recall number 60F6.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V542000 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen customer service | 1-800-893-5298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V542 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V542000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →