2019 Volkswagen Beetle — Service brakes
Published February 19, 2019 · Recall initiated: February 13, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V094000, published February 19, 2019 and initiated February 13, 2019. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2019 Volkswagen Beetle — Service brakes.
What's the hazard
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide a visual warning when a brake system failure is detected. As a result, the vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light vehicle brake systems" and number 101, "Controls and displays.
What to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 90L8.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- BEETLE
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2019 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Volkswagen Beetle — Service brakes recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V094000 on February 19, 2019. Reported hazard: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide a visual warning when a brake system failure is detected. As a result, the vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light vehicle brake systems" and number 101, "Controls and displays.
What should I do if I have this product?
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 90L8.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLKSWAGEN. Model: BEETLE.