Recall 16V-171
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2012 to 2014 Volkswagen Passat: Electrical system (wiring).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V-171
- Reported
- March 24, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 91,442 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Passat vehicles equipped with TDI engines. Due to improperly assembled wire seals in a connector for an underbody sensor, water may enter and corrode the electrical connectors of the sensor, causing an electrical short.
The risk
An electrical short can cause the electrical connectors of the sensor to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connector, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in September. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23T3.
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
- Volkswagen Passat 2012 to 2014