NHTSA Recall 15V705000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V705000; Date: Oct. 26, 2015
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Volkswagen Beetle; 2016 Volkswagen Beetle; 2015 Volkswagen Golf; 2016 Volkswagen Golf; 2015 Volkswagen Jetta; 2016 Volkswagen Jetta; 2015 Volkswagen Passat; 2016 Volkswagen Passat
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 91,867
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 9, 2016
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