2016 VW TOUAREG RECALL - #16V170000
RECALL FOR SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC : PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.
Information provided by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2016 VW TOUAREG |
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| Manufacturer |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
3/24/2016 |
| Influenced by |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
4/27/2016 |
| # Affected |
46,574 |
| Recalled for |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
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| Description |
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge. |
| Consequences |
If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly to verify the presence of the securing clip and install any missing securing clips, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46G4. |
| 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 |
2016 VW TOUAREG Recall for TIRES, PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
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| Technical Service Bulletins |
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