2013 Volkswagen Passat | 2014 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Volkswagen Passat — Electrical system: wiring
Published March 24, 2016 · Recall initiated: March 24, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V171000, published March 24, 2016. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2013 Volkswagen Passat | 2014 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Volkswagen Passat — Electrical system: wiring.
What's the hazard
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Passat vehicles equipped with TDI engines. Due to improperly assembled wire seals in a connector for an underbody sensor, water may enter and corrode the electrical connectors of the sensor, causing an electrical short.
What to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connector, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in September. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23T3.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- PASSAT
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2013 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | 2014 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | 2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Volkswagen Passat | 2014 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Volkswagen Passat — Electrical system: wiring recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V171000 on March 24, 2016. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Passat vehicles equipped with TDI engines. Due to improperly assembled wire seals in a connector for an underbody sensor, water may enter and corrode the electrical connectors of the sensor, causing an electrical short.
What should I do if I have this product?
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connector, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in September. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23T3.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLKSWAGEN. Model: PASSAT.