Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #19V389000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V389000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2012-2020 volkswagen passat and 2018-2019 atlas vehicles Includes 662,185 affected units, Headlights can be Adjusted/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2012-2020 volkswagen passat and 2018-2019 atlas vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2020 volkswagen passat and 2018-2019 atlas vehicles. the blocking cap disabling the adjustment of the headlight's horizontal aim may not have been installed. as such, these vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, block the headlight horizontal adjustment, free of charge. the recall began july 16, 2019. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 94l9.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V389000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2019-05-22T00:00:00
Subject: Headlights can be adjusted/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 662,185

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 94L9
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2020 volkswagen passat and 2018-2019 atlas vehicles. the blocking cap disabling the adjustment of the headlight's horizontal aim may not have been installed. as such, these vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence Summary: Without the blocking cap, the headlight aim can be adjusted out of specification, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, block the headlight horizontal adjustment, free of charge. the recall began july 16, 2019. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 94l9.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 68.8

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NHTSA ID: 19V389000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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