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2013-2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid recall: automatic transmission

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 6, 2019. It covers about 2,167 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,167
reported
Dec 6, 2019
owners notified
Jun 25, 2021
related complaints
73

Power train: automatic transmission

What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Jetta Hybrid vehicles equipped with a DQ200 7-Speed DSG Automatic Transmission. Hairline cracks can develop within the transmission electronic gearbox (mechatronic unit), causing an internal transmission oil leak and a decrease in oil pressure.
Risk
A decrease in transmission oil pressure can cause the clutch to fail to engage, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a repair kit and, as necessary, replace affected parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 34J6.

Recall number 19V866000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 73 complaints about transmission problems.

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Questions about recall 19V866000

Is there a recall on the 2013-2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid automatic transmission?

Yes. Recall 19V866000, reported on December 6, 2019, covers about 2,167 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V866000?

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a repair kit and, as necessary, replace affected parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 34J6.

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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