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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 15V373000

2015 Volkswagen Passat — Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Published June 15, 2015 · Recall initiated: June 15, 2015

Summary

NHTSA records recall 15V373000, published June 15, 2015. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2015 Volkswagen Passat — Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

What's the hazard

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Passat vehicles manufactured May 18, 2015, to May 21, 2015. The affected vehicles have a brake line at the left rear wheel area that may not have been properly tightened.

What to do

Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will tighten the brake line fitting, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47M3.

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Recall details

Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
PASSAT
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Lot
2015 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2015 Volkswagen Passat — Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V373000 on June 15, 2015. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Passat vehicles manufactured May 18, 2015, to May 21, 2015. The affected vehicles have a brake line at the left rear wheel area that may not have been properly tightened.

What should I do if I have this product?

Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will tighten the brake line fitting, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47M3.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLKSWAGEN. Model: PASSAT.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)