Recall 15V705000: 2015–2016 Volkswagen Beetle, 2015–2016 Volkswagen Golf, 2015–2016 Volkswagen Jetta +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 26, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 91,867
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.
The risk
If the camshaft lobe shears off there would be a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volkswagen dealer will update the engine control module (ECM) software. The recall began March 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23R1.
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
- 2015 Volkswagen Beetle
- 2016 Volkswagen Beetle
- 2015 Volkswagen Golf
- 2016 Volkswagen Golf
- 2015 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2016 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2015 Volkswagen Passat
- 2016 Volkswagen Passat
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V705000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 23R1
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Mar 9, 2016
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:engine (Engine); Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum (Brakes)
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