2017 Volkswagen Passat recall: fluid
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 8, 2017. It covers about 1,007 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,007
- reported
- Feb 8, 2017
- owners notified
- Mar 24, 2017
- related complaints
- 17
Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Passat vehicles. Brake fluid may leak slowly from the some of the brake line connections, resulting in a low brake fluid level.
- Risk
- A low brake fluid level may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake lines, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47N3.
Recall number 17V075000
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Passat 2017 2017
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 17 complaints about brakes problems.
Questions about recall 17V075000
Is there a recall on the 2017 Volkswagen Passat fluid?
Yes. Recall 17V075000, reported on February 8, 2017, covers about 1,007 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V075000?
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake lines, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47N3.
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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