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Recall 13V-568

Volkswagen of America, Inc. recalled the 2013 to 2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid: Power train.

At a glance

Campaign number
13V-568
Reported
November 14, 2013
Vehicles affected
3,837 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Jetta Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 2012 through October 2013 and equipped with a DQ-200 direct-shift gearbox. Due to gearbox fluid additives, the control module within the gearbox may corrode. The deposits from this corrosion may cause an electrical short and result in a stall-like condition.

The risk

This sudden loss of power while driving increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gearbox oil with a non-corrosive version, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's recall number is 34F6/4V.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles