2014 Volkswagen Passat, Jetta, Beetle recall: Power train: automatic transmission, cooling unit and lines
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 14V182000
- Reported
- April 15, 2014
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Part
- Power train: automatic transmission, cooling unit and lines
- Vehicles affected
- About 26,452
What is wrong
Volkswagen of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, and Passat vehicles equipped with a 1.8T engine and torque converter automatic transmission. In the affected vehicles, the O-ring seals between the oil cooler and the transmission may leak fluid.
Safety risk
The leaking transmission fluid could contact a hot surface and result in a vehicle fire.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the O-ring seals in the transmission oil cooler, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38B9/9V.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Volkswagen Beetle (2014); Volkswagen Jetta (2014); Volkswagen Passat (2014). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
The leaking transmission fluid could contact a hot surface and result in a vehicle fire.
What is the fix?
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the O-ring seals in the transmission oil cooler, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38B9/9V.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.