NHTSA Recall 09V164000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V164000; Date: May. 19, 2009
If the vehicle is moving when this happens, the detached driveshaft could cause damage the gearbox housing. A damage gearbox housing could leak gearbox oil onto the street and create a risk of a vehicle crash for both the driver and other motorists.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Volkswagen Jetta; 2007 Volkswagen Jetta; 2008 Volkswagen Jetta; 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
Component: Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America, Inc
Affected Units:: 25,594
Recall Summary:
Volkswagen is recalling 25,594 my 2006-2009 jetta 5th generation equipped with 2. 01 engine. The fastening screw contact surfaces on the driveshaft cover plate may not have been manufactured to factory specifications. Some screws may not have been torqued properly during assembly and could loosen over time, causing a knocking sound when the vehicle is in motion. The driveshaft screws could loosen to the point where the driveshaft detaches from the gearbox.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the driveshaft screws and replace the screws free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2009. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Recall Notes:
Volkswagen recall no. 40j2/s4. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 30, 2009
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