Insufficient coating on brake caliper pistons
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 volkswagen atlas, passat, beetle, beetle convertible, golf, golf sportwagen and gti and audi q5 and sq5 vehicles. the brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing the brake performance.
Safety Consequence
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen and audi will notify their owners. audi dealers will bleed the rear brakes. volkswagen dealers will bleed the front and rear brake calipers. note: owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the brake system has been checked. the recall began june 29, 2018. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 47n8, 47n9, and 47n6.
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FAQ: Recall 18V369000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V369000?
NHTSA recall 18V369000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on June 1, 2018. It addresses: Insufficient coating on brake caliper pistons. The recall affects approximately 10,225 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V369000 or the manufacturer campaign number 47N8, 47N9, 47N6. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?
NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.