Recall 05V-540
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recalled the 2006 Volkswagen Passat: Steering (linkages, tie rod assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-540
- Reported
- November 30, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 15 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the left and right tie rod securing nut may be insufficiently torqued.
The risk
An insufficiently tightened tie rod nut may loosen, resulting in separation of a tie rod. This can cause a loss of steering control, which could cause a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and install new left and right tie rod securing nuts at the proper torqued specification. The recall began on december 7, 2005. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Volkswagen recall no. M5.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Passat 2006