Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V125000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V125000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2012-2013 passat vehicles manufactured january 2011 through november 2012 Includes 150,201 affected units, Loss Of Low Beam Headlight, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2012-2013 passat vehicles manufactured january 2011 through november 2012

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V125000
Report Received Date: 2014-03-17T00:00:00
Subject: Loss of low beam headlight
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 150,201

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 94G8/7V
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: A loss of low beam headlights may reduce the driver's visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 87.13

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NHTSA ID: 14V125000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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