Recall 14V182000: 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, 2014 Volkswagen Jetta, 2014 Volkswagen Passat
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 15, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 26,452
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Volkswagen of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, and Passat vehicles equipped with a 1.8T engine and torque converter automatic transmission. In the affected vehicles, the O-ring seals between the oil cooler and the transmission may leak fluid.
The risk
The leaking transmission fluid could contact a hot surface and result in a vehicle fire.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the O-ring seals in the transmission oil cooler, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38B9/9V.
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
- 14V182000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 38B9/9V
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Apr 16, 2014
- Components
- Power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines (Transmission & Drivetrain)
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