Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V135000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V135000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2019 arteon vehicles Includes 732 affected units, Brake Booster Pressure Rod Incorrectly Installed, component: SERVICE BRAKES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2019 arteon vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 arteon vehicles. the electronic brake booster pressure input rod may be installed incorrectly, possibly causing an increased actuating force or a disconnected input rod. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 135, "light vehicle brake systems."

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the mounting of the pressure rod only or replace the electronic brake booster and mounting of the pressure rod, depending of the inspection results, free of charge. the recall began april 3, 2020. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 47p8.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V135000
Report Received Date: 2020-03-06T00:00:00
Subject: Brake booster pressure rod incorrectly installed
Component: Service Brakes
Potentially Affected Units: 732

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 47P8
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 arteon vehicles. the electronic brake booster pressure input rod may be installed incorrectly, possibly causing an increased actuating force or a disconnected input rod. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 135, "light vehicle brake systems."
Consequence Summary: An increased actuating force or a disconnected input rod may affect braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the mounting of the pressure rod only or replace the electronic brake booster and mounting of the pressure rod, depending of the inspection results, free of charge. the recall began april 3, 2020. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 47p8.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 98.5

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