Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #19V188000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V188000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2017-2019 golf sportwagen, 2019 jetta, 2015-2019 golf, and 2018-2019 tiguan vehicles Includes 56,173 affected units, Rear Coil Springs May Fracture, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2017-2019 golf sportwagen, 2019 jetta, 2015-2019 golf, and 2018-2019 tiguan vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 golf sportwagen, 2019 jetta, 2015-2019 golf, and 2018-2019 tiguan vehicles. the rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. the recall began april 12, 2019. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 42j5.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V188000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2019-03-06T00:00:00
Subject: Rear coil springs may fracture
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 56,173

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 42J5
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 golf sportwagen, 2019 jetta, 2015-2019 golf, and 2018-2019 tiguan vehicles. the rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
Consequence Summary: If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. the recall began april 12, 2019. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 42j5.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 90.05

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NHTSA ID: 19V188000
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