Tire pressure loss not detected/fmvss 138
Defect Summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 volkswagen tiguan lwb, golf sportswagen a7, golf alltrack, golf r gp, audi q3, audi a3 cabriolet, 2019-2020 jetta nf, jetta gli, golf gti, atlas, golf a7, audi a3, 2020-2021 atlas cross sport, and 2021 atlas fl vehicles. the tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four tires simultaneously. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 138, "tire pressure monitoring systems."
Safety Consequence
An undetected sudden loss of pressure in all four tires increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the tpms software, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 18, 2022. owners may contact volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or audis customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (audi) 45j7, and (vw) 45j6 and 45j8.
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FAQ: Recall 22V815000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V815000?
NHTSA recall 22V815000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on October 31, 2022. It addresses: Tire pressure loss not detected/fmvss 138. The recall affects approximately 296,044 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V815000 or the manufacturer campaign number AU:45J7,VW:45J6,45J8. 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.
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.