NHTSA Recall 11V151000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V151000; Date: Mar. 1, 2011
An engine shutting off suddenly while driving could increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2010 Volkswagen Routan
Component: Electrical System:ignition:switch
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America, Inc
Affected Units:: 12,612
Recall Summary:
Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2010 routan vehicles manufactured from October 2009 through June 2010. Some vehicles may experience inadvertent ignition key displacement from the run to accessory position while driving causing the engine to shut off.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the win module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during June 2011. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Recall Notes:
Volkswagen safety recall no. 28g1/u8. 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 15, 2011
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