Recall 14V125000: 2012–2013 Volkswagen Passat
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 17, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 150,201
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Passat vehicles manufactured January 2011 through November 2012. In the affected vehicles, the low beam headlight bulb may become loose and lose electrical contact.
The risk
A loss of low beam headlights may reduce the driver's visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volkswagen notified owners, and dealers will replace the bulb holder, free of charge. The recall began in May 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagens recall number associated with this campaign is 94G8/7V.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V125000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 94G8/7V
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- May 13, 2014
- Components
- Exterior lighting:headlights (Lighting)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology