Recall 17V309000 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT Defect in 2012-2014 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
RECALL This recall affects up to 84,262 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 17V309000 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 84,262 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Remedy
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 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23W5.
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