Recall 21V695000: 2021 Volkswagen Arteon
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 8, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 99
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Arteon vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.
The risk
A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the pressure input rod connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47R3.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2021 Volkswagen Arteon
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V695000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 47R3
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Sep 28, 2021
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic (Brakes); Service brakes, hydraulic:critical fasteners (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