NHTSA Recall 17V309000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V309000; Date: May. 11, 2017
If the leaking grease contacts a heated surface, such as the exhaust system and/or the diesel particulate filter (dpf), it could increase the risk of fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Volkswagen Passat; 2013 Volkswagen Passat; 2014 Volkswagen Passat
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 84,262
Recall Summary:
Volkswagen group of America, inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 passat vehicles, equipped with diesel engines and direct-shift transmissions (dsg). The vehicle's underbody heat shield may not be long enough to protect the right half-shaft grease boot from heat, potentially resulting in a grease leak.
How to Fix:
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft heat shield, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23w5.
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: Jul 7, 2017
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