2021 Volkswagen Arteon recall: Service brakes, hydraulic: critical fasteners
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V695000
- Reported
- September 8, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Part
- Service brakes, hydraulic: critical fasteners
- Vehicles affected
- About 99
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Arteon vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.
Safety risk
A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the pressure input rod connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47R3.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Volkswagen Arteon (2021). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will tighten the pressure input rod connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47R3.
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.