Volkswagen Amarok Recall R/2020/360: The Lift Cable Of The Spare Wheel Winch Could Snap Under Certain Conditions, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 11 Dec 2020
- Launched
- 6,501
- vehicles in the UK
- 66L9
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Volkswagen recalled Amarok vehicles built between 31 August 2016 and 22 November 2018. The lift cable of the spare wheel winch could snap under certain conditions. The recall notice describes the fix as: retrofit an anti-theft device. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The lift cable of the spare wheel winch could snap under certain conditions.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE LIFT CABLE OF THE SPARE WHEEL WINCH COULD SNAP UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS Defect: On affected vehicles the lift cable of the spare wheel winch could snap under certain conditions. Remedy: Retrofit an anti-theft device.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the lift cable of the spare wheel winch could snap under certain conditions.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: retrofit an anti-theft device.
Are You Affected?
Amarok built between 31 August 2016 and 22 November 2018 may be included. Volkswagen estimates 6,501 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Volkswagen, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Volkswagen.
- Book with any franchised Volkswagen dealer, quoting the campaign code 66L9 or the DVSA reference R/2020/360. See how to get a Volkswagen recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| AmarokABS control unit | Urgent | R/2025/435 | |
| AmarokFront seat belt | Urgent | R/2024/451 | |
| AmarokOn certain vehicles there is a possibility that because of a production problem the propshaft securing bolts for the final drive on gearbox side were not tightened with the correct tightening torque | Low | R/2023/334 | |
| AmarokPower steering return hose can become damaged and cause hydraulic fluid to leak and/or the power steering to fail | Urgent | R/2017/333 | |
| Amarok, CaddyAirbag may not deploy | Urgent | R/2015/164 |
This is one of 220 Volkswagen recalls in DVSA’s data. The Volkswagen recall launched before it was R/2020/300 on 15 Oct 2020, for roof spoiler may detach because unsuitable adhesive used. The one launched after it was R/2021/052 on 15 Feb 2021, for a welding to the tubular frame of the driver seatmay have been incorrectly performed. You can also see every Volkswagen recall and all recalls launched in 2020.
Source: DVSA recall R/2020/360, launched 11 December 2020. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.