Tenneco Automotive | NHTSA Recall #20E064000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20E064000 by Tenneco Automotive. Affecting beck/arnley master cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 volkswagen jetta, and 2012-2019 volkswagen beetle vehicles Includes 38 affected units, Master Cylinder Has Insufficient Fluid Seal Crimp, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsbeck/arnley master cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 volkswagen jetta, and 2012-2019 volkswagen beetle vehicles
Defect Summary
Tenneco automotive (tenneco) is recalling certain beck/arnley master cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 volkswagen jetta, and 2012-2019 volkswagen beetle vehicles. the fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.
Corrective Action
Beck/arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. the recall began october 30, 2020. owners may contact tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.