2019 VW ARTEON RECALL - #20V135000
RECALL FOR SERVICE BRAKES
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."
Information provided by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
Vehicle |
2019 VW ARTEON |
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Manufacturer |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
Recalled on |
3/9/2020 |
Influenced by |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Owners Notified on |
4/3/2020 |
# Affected |
732 |
Recalled for |
SERVICE BRAKES |
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Description |
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." |
Consequences |
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. |
Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
See also |
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Technical Service Bulletins |
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