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2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat recall: wiring

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 24, 2016. It covers about 91,442 vehicles.

vehicles affected
91,442
reported
Mar 24, 2016
owners notified
Sep 15, 2016
related complaints
262

Electrical system: wiring

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.
Risk
An electrical short can cause the electrical connectors of the sensor to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23T3.

Recall number 16V171000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 262 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 16V171000

Is there a recall on the 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat wiring?

Yes. Recall 16V171000, reported on March 24, 2016, covers about 91,442 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V171000?

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 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23T3.

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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