Recall 17V-309
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2012 to 2014 Volkswagen Passat: Power train (driveline, driveshaft); Engine and engine cooling (engine, diesel).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V-309
- Reported
- May 11, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 84,262 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Passat vehicles, equipped with diesel engines and Direct-Shift Transmissions (DSG). The vehicle's underbody heat shield may not be long enough to protect the right half-shaft grease boot from heat, potentially resulting in a grease leak.
The risk
If the leaking grease contacts a heated surface, such as the exhaust system and/or the diesel particulate filter (DPF), it could increase the risk of fire.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft heat shield, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23W5.
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