2013-2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid recall: power train
Volkswagen Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 14, 2013. It covers about 3,837 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 3,837
- reported
- Nov 14, 2013
- owners notified
- Dec 6, 2013
- related complaints
- 72
Power train
- 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.
- Risk
- This sudden loss of power while driving increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 34F6/4V.
Recall number 13V568000
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid 2013-2014 20132014
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 72 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 13V568000
Is there a recall on the 2013-2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid power train?
Yes. Recall 13V568000, reported on November 14, 2013, covers about 3,837 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 13V568000?
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 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 34F6/4V.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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