2013 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2014 Volkswagen Passat — Power train: driveline: driveshaft
Published May 12, 2017 · Recall initiated: May 11, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V309000, published May 12, 2017 and initiated May 11, 2017. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2013 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2014 Volkswagen Passat — Power train: driveline: driveshaft.
What's the hazard
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Passat vehicles, equipped with diesel engines and Direct-Shift Transmissions (DSG). The vehicle's underbody heat shield may not be long enough to protect the right half-shaft grease boot from heat, potentially resulting in a grease leak.
What to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft heat shield, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23W5.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- PASSAT
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2013 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | 2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | 2014 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2014 Volkswagen Passat — Power train: driveline: driveshaft recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V309000 on May 12, 2017. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Passat vehicles, equipped with diesel engines and Direct-Shift Transmissions (DSG). The vehicle's underbody heat shield may not be long enough to protect the right half-shaft grease boot from heat, potentially resulting in a grease leak.
What should I do if I have this product?
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft heat shield, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23W5.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLKSWAGEN. Model: PASSAT.