04:50 07-01-2026

Volkswagen recalls 356,649 U.S. cars over rearview camera software fault

Volkswagen is launching a major recall in the United States, covering 356,649 vehicles. According to the U.S. regulator NHTSA, the issue stems from a software fault that can disrupt the display of the rearview camera image on the screen.

It’s a telling case: increasingly, it’s not the hardware but the software that proves to be the weak link. When the camera behaves erratically or the feed disappears, drivers lose a vital layer of awareness during parking and reversing. In practice, even a brief lag or a blank screen is often when minor scrapes happen. On high-volume models, the impact is sharper, as reliance on electronic aids has become the default.

This recall sits against a broader backdrop: last week, NHTSA said Volkswagen and its premium brand Porsche planned to recall more than 200,000 vehicles in the U.S. in total. The latest campaign underscores how, for major groups, software quality now carries the same kind of operational risk as faulty components or supply hiccups.

Volkswagen has not yet shared specifics, but cases like this typically lead to software updates and dealer checks. For owners, the practical takeaway is simple: don’t ignore the notice and book the fix promptly, especially if the car spends a lot of time in the city and in tight parking lots.