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Recall 09V-164

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recalled the 2006 to 2009 Volkswagen Jetta: Power train (driveline, driveshaft).

At a glance

Campaign number
09V-164
Reported
May 19, 2009
Vehicles affected
25,594 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Volkswagen is recalling 25,594 my 2006-2009 jetta 5th generation equipped with 2.01 engine. The fastening screw contact surfaces on the driveshaft cover plate may not have been manufactured to factory specifications. Some screws may not have been torqued properly during assembly and could loosen over time, causing a knocking sound when the vehicle is in motion. The driveshaft screws could loosen to the point where the driveshaft detaches from the gearbox.

The risk

If the vehicle is moving when this happens, the detached driveshaft could cause damage the gearbox housing. A damage gearbox housing could leak gearbox oil onto the street and create a risk of a vehicle crash for both the driver and other motorists.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the driveshaft screws and replace the screws free of charge. The recall began on june 24, 2009. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Volkswagen recall no. 40j2/s4.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles