Volkswagen Amarok Recall R/2023/334: On Certain Vehicles There Is A Possibility That Because Of A Production Problem The…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 26 Oct 2023
- Launched
- 2
- vehicles in the UK
- 39F8
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Volkswagen recalled Amarok vehicles built between 22 March 2023 and 28 April 2023. Because of a production problem the propshaft securing bolts for the final drive on gearbox side were not tightened with the correct tightening torque. The dealer will replace if bolts are found to be loose all 4 securing bolts. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Because of a production problem the propshaft securing bolts for the final drive on gearbox side were not tightened with the correct tightening torque.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: On 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. Defect: On 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. Remedy: On the affected vehicles the propshaft bolted connection is retightened with the correct tightening torque. If bolts are found to be loose all 4 securing bolts must be replaced.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: on 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.
The Fix
The dealer will replace if bolts are found to be loose all 4 securing bolts.
Are You Affected?
Amarok built between 22 March 2023 and 28 April 2023 may be included. Volkswagen estimates 2 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 39F8 or the DVSA reference R/2023/334. 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?.
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This is one of 220 Volkswagen recalls in DVSA’s data. The Volkswagen recall launched before it was R/2023/198 on 6 Jul 2023, for faulty wheel bearing housings can fail and break prematurely. The one launched after it was R/2023/356 on 20 Dec 2023, for on certain vehicles the side airbag fitted in the seat (front left) may not have been…. You can also see every Volkswagen recall and all recalls launched in 2023.
Source: DVSA recall R/2023/334, launched 26 October 2023. 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.