Volkswagen Scirocco recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 5 safety recalls naming the Volkswagen Scirocco, launched from 2009 to 2018. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Volkswagen Scirocco recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 5
- 2009 to 2018
- Latest recall
- 7 March 2018
- R/2018/062
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Volkswagen Scirocco recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
STARTER MOTOR MAY MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT
R/2018/062, launched 7 March 2018, 16,625 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Beetle, Eos, Golf, Jetta, Passat, Sharan, Tiguan, Touran
Defect: On vehicles with diesel engines and stop/start system the starter motor may be permanently activated because the return spring in the solenoid switch is bent or broken. If the permanent current supply to the starter motor is not noticed overheating of the component with local scorching damage and a vehicle fire is possible.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the solenoid switch.
ABS/ESC SYSTEM MAY FAIL
R/2017/189, launched 20 June 2017, 64,192 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Eos, Golf, Jetta, Touran
Defect: On vehicles with ABS/ESC the earth connection may be interrupted. This may cause failure of the ABS/ESC system
Remedy: On affected vehicles install new software. Where necessary a new ABS/ESC control unit will be fitted.
AIRBAG/BELT TENSIONERS MAY NOT TRIGGER IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT
R/2017/079, launched 22 March 2017, 3,879 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Crafter, Golf, Passat, Tiguan, Touran, Transporter, up!
Defect: Due to an error in the manufacturing process the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioner may not trigger in the event of a collision
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace air bag assembly and seatbelt pretensioner where necessary.
FUEL MAY LEAK
R/2011/169, launched 15 December 2011, 33,719 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Eos, Golf, Passat, T5, Tiguan
Defect: On 2.0l Common Rail engines of a limited production period faulty material can cause leaks on the high pressure pipes during the service life of the vehicle.
Remedy: Anti-vibration balance weights will be fitted on the high-pressure pipes.
CLUTCH MAY OPERATE INADVERTENTLY WITH UNEXPECTED LOSS OF DRIVE
R/2009/110, launched 14 December 2009, 3,514 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Caddy, Eos, Golf, Jetta, Passat, Touran
Defect: In rare cases an incorrect interpretation of the clutch temperature can occur which results in the clutch opening unexpectedly with loss of drive.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and update/reprogramme gearbox control unit.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Volkswagen Scirocco, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Volkswagen dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.