Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The camshaft lobe in your engine is what drives the brake vacuum pump, helping you stop safely. In some 2015-2016 Jettas, Beetles, Passats, and Golfs, this lobe can break off.
Risk if Unfixed
If the camshaft lobe breaks, you'll lose brake assist, which means it'll take longer to stop the vehicle. This could make it harder to avoid a collision.
Free Fix
Your Volkswagen dealer will update the computer system (ECM) with new software to prevent this issue, and the repair is free. You should schedule the update as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the camshaft lobe shears off there would be a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen dealer will update the engine control module (ECM) software. The recall began March 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23R1.
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Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →