Recall 11V-151
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recalled the 2010 Volkswagen Routan: Electrical system (ignition, switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 11V-151
- Reported
- March 1, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 12,612 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2010 routan vehicles manufactured from october 2009 through june 2010. Some vehicles may experience inadvertent ignition key displacement from the run to accessory position while driving causing the engine to shut off.
The risk
An engine shutting off suddenly while driving could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the win module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during june 2011. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Volkswagen safety recall no. 28g1/u8.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
- Volkswagen Routan 2010