2019 Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Golf Alltrack and others recall: wheels
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 11, 2019. It covers about 8 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 8
- reported
- Dec 11, 2019
- owners notified
- Jan 13, 2020
- related complaints
- 7
Wheels
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta GLI, Golf Alltrack, and Golf GTI vehicles. The front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined, potentially causing excessive stress on the wheel, wheel bolts, or wheel bearings.
- Risk
- The excessive stress can cause steering, traction or other stability issues or breakage relating to the front wheels, and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the wheel bearing assemblies, wheels, and wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40P1. Note: The affected owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repairs have been made.
Recall number 19V879000
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Golf 2019 2019
- Volkswagen Golf Alltrack 2019 2019
- Volkswagen Jetta 2019 2019
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 7 complaints about wheels problems.
2019 Volkswagen Golf2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack2019 Volkswagen Jetta
Questions about recall 19V879000
Is there a recall on the 2019 Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Golf Alltrack and others wheels?
Yes. Recall 19V879000, reported on December 11, 2019, covers about 8 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 19V879000?
Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the wheel bearing assemblies, wheels, and wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40P1. Note: The affected owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repairs have been made.
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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