2007–2019 Volkswagen Tiguan, Passat, Jetta Hybrid and more recall: Unknown or other
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V679000
- Reported
- September 25, 2019
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Part
- Unknown or other
- Vehicles affected
- About 113
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Safety risk
If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329.
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 (2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013); Volkswagen Beetle Convertible (2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013); Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen (2015); Volkswagen Jetta (2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2019); Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid (2013); Volkswagen Passat (2017); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
What is the fix?
Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329.
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.