NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. The most recent was reported on December 20, 2016.
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December 20, 2016 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 16V-913
What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta A5 Sedan, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, Eos, GTI, Rabbit and Audi A3 vehicles, and 2010 Volkswagen Golf A6 vehicles. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fail during ABS or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) activation, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control.
Risk: A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS control module software to improve the module's self-testing abilities. Any module that fails the new diagnostic test will be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit, the most recent reported on December 20, 2016. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.
What parts have been recalled on the 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit?
Electronic stability control (esc) (1).
Are recall repairs free?
In 1 of the 1 campaign listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.
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.