Component
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's modifications may not meet all the safety standards, potentially putting you at risk. This is because some changes made to your car's design or equipment during testing didn't meet government regulations.
Risk if Unfixed
If your vehicle doesn't meet safety standards, there's a higher chance of a crash, fire, or injury. This is a serious safety concern that could put you and others at risk.
Free Fix
Volkswagen will buy back your vehicle, which will be done at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329.
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