Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V396000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V396000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2009 routan vehicles Includes 18,526 affected units, Ignition Switch may Turn Off, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2009 routan vehicles

Defect Summary

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. the key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009 routan vehicles. road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will modify the ignition switch, free of charge. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1- 800-822-8987. an interim notice was mailed to owners on august 29, 2014. volkswagen's number for this recall is 28g1/u8. note: this campaign is an expansion of nhtsa recall no. 11v-151.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V396000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2014-07-01T00:00:00
Subject: Ignition switch may turn off
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 18,526

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 28G1/U8
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. the key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009 routan vehicles. road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence Summary: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the off or accessory position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will modify the ignition switch, free of charge. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1- 800-822-8987. an interim notice was mailed to owners on august 29, 2014. volkswagen's number for this recall is 28g1/u8. note: this campaign is an expansion of nhtsa recall no. 11v-151.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 14V396000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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