Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #07V334000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V334000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 23,898 affected units, AUTOMATIC REAR LID SOFTWARE, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the automatic rear lid includes an electric motor and clutch that work in conjunction with two gas struts to open and close the rear lid, including a manual close function. if one of the struts has a total loss of pressure, the resultant slow movement of the rear lid is interpreted by the software as an intended manual close and the motor clutch releases to close the rear lid immediately.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install new software free of charge. the recall began on september 14, 2007. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V334000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2007-08-01T00:00:00

Subject: Automatic rear lid software

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 23,898

Details

MFR Campaign Number: JV

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the automatic rear lid includes an electric motor and clutch that work in conjunction with two gas struts to open and close the rear lid, including a manual close function. if one of the struts has a total loss of pressure, the resultant slow movement of the rear lid is interpreted by the software as an intended manual close and the motor clutch releases to close the rear lid immediately.

Consequence Summary: This can result in an unintended rapid closing of the rear lid with a risk of personal injury.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install new software free of charge. the recall began on september 14, 2007. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-uhte_768j_yadv

NHTSA ID: 07V334000

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Created At: 1742808662

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