This is a copy of text from a letter sending out to customers in March 2022 regarding orders of their VW dealers, not very hopeful if you have one on order I am afraid.
“Potential production delays on your Volkswagen order
Dear customer,
We are delighted you have chosen a Volkswagen and together with your Volkswagen Retailer, we aim to
inspire you with an outstanding product.
Unfortunately we will have to ask for your patience for the delivery of your new Volkswagen. In all
likelihood, we will not be able to meet our usual delivery times for orders that we provide to your
Volkswagen Retailer.
Supply bottlenecks slow production
This delay is primarily due to bottlenecks in supply. The effects of the global Covid 19 pandemic have led
to a significant impact on the production and supply chains for electronic components such as
semiconductors across all models. This is affecting the global automotive industry, and Volkswagen is
also suffering from these component supply restraints at present.
The crisis in Ukraine is also disrupting supply of certain components. While our primary concern is for the
humanitarian crisis in the area, the situation may lead to further delays. We hope you will appreciate we
are working hard to mitigate the impacts.
Your Volkswagen Retailer will keep you up to date
Our current view with regard to semiconductors is that the situation should improve through the second
half of 2022. It is harder to predict the impact of the Ukraine crisis. Please be assured that Volkswagen
is doing everything it can to keep delays as short as possible.
Unfortunately, it is likely to be some time before your Volkswagen Retailer is able to confirm the final
production and delivery date to you. We are providing frequent updates to your Volkswagen Retailer
about the situation.
We understand that the situation is unsatisfactory and disappointing for you but kindly ask for your patience in these unprecedented times.
Your sincerely,
Rod McLeod
Director of Volkswagen UK”