The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light, EPC warning light, and power steering warning light illuminated. The contact mentioned that the EPC warning light and power steering warning lights illuminated intermittently; however, the ABS warning light remained illuminated. Additionally, the transmission failed to shift as needed, and the speedometer failed to function properly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control). The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed the contact that they were unable to diagnose the vehicle due to other warning lights being illuminated, not just the ABS warning light. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.
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I got the car off of some guy for 1600 dollars and I put a lot of money into and I have lights on the dash still on and the ecs is one and my steering wheel light is on as will.
The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the ABS and ESC warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle was experiencing the failure listed in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the failure that the was experiencing was not related to the recall because the computer was not able to communicate with the ABS module. The contact was referred the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 123,000.
ABS Control Module Software Failure: Risks-- Reduced braking power, longer stopping distance, sudden unexpected braking, increased baking effort required, locking wheels. Yes. Confirmed by independent service center. Faulty ABS control module assembly. No. Has not been inspected by the manufacturer. Yes. Instrument panel flashing brake light. ABS malfunction in anti-lock brake system. ESP or ASR malfunctioning or switched off. Previously ABS Recall repair 45F2 May 2017, failure again 01/23/23
ABS Module Assembly all packet, It turns that this kind of vehicles are controling the power Steering, anti skid braking system, brake lights, ABS, Skid lights come ON and the Steering also come ON it is scanned and remove the codes once and seemed to work for a day or two and down again, goes back to scan and now me and the mechanic test drive it together and found that the Main ABS modulator is not connecting and goes on and of the scanner where it carries a faulty communication among its components and causing all this disconfort? problem herein is that it is hard to tell when will it do it again or why is it failing? and causing all kind of problem with lgihts blinking all the time? but the biggest problem here is: that I am not the only one complaning about it, there is many people complaning about the problem! more that I expected, and seems like they do not know about making a report it is exact same problem! and reason they are not fixing it is: becasue it is to costly, It runs an apparent $2,000.00 dollars to get parts and labor? this is indeed a recall issue that must be absorbed by manufacturer.Please help us get it done I stopped the car since it acted with all this lights september is when I started to feel the disconfort but November when I had all set of lights come ON where as I mentioned, we clear the codes, "Mechanic" and runs for few days and back again. Nope there has not been a crash and I hope I don not get in one I rather stop vehicle especialy on this winter driving conditions
This vehicle was purchased 11/2016 from a dealer/mechanic. He bought it at auction, reconstructed it and got the approvals to return it to full operation from the Massachusetts DOT. The title showed 'reconstructed' and 'prior collision'. Volkswagen notified us of Safety Recal 45F2 in 2017 - ABS control module - and we had the recall performed at Colonial VW in Westborough Mass in 2017. There is an extended warranty VWP-17-03 on vehicles repaired by Safety Recall 45F2. The car's ABS light illuminated and the dealership ran a diagnostic which ran code 16352 - control module faulty static. VW is telling the dealership that they will not honor the warranty because the car is a total loss. It is NOT a total loss, it has not been in an accident since it was reconstructed before we purchased it six years ago. I called VW and they said they won't cover it because it's a mechanical issue not a software issue but that's also not true. I see technical bulletin's online that say if Fault Code 01130 and or 16352 appear that warranty should apply, but they are not honoring their own warranty
I was driving my car down at residential area and it came to a complete stop on its own I could not get it to accelerate it all I had to get out of my car pop the hood disconnect the battery and then I was able to put in a drive and accelerate all the lights are flashing on the control panel I had no control over my car whatsoever I took it into Tracy Volkswagen and they said they couldn't diagnose it because it wasn't connecting to my computer in my car. Tracy said the control module for the ABS didn't work and they couldn't replace it for me until the headquarters approved it or something about the recall didn't include the control module I can't afford to fix this it's all ABS connected that's what the safety call is for safety.
A recall was issued for the ABS software upgrade which my car was updated in 2017. That is within the 10 year timeframe. Since then, my abs light has went on and off. We kept resetting as advised by Sisk Automotive in Hopkinsville, Ky (not a VW dealer). Wyatt Johnson in Clarksville, Tn completed the recall in 2017. In Feb 2022, the abs has failed creating ECP fault and almost every light on the dash is now on. I believe the abs should have been replaced in 2017 and the dealer just put a quick fix to say the recall was complete. I need help fixing my unsafe car that VW failed to fix in the original recall.
Abs light on(yellow) with flashing break light (red) code 16352
A recall for ABS module for my car was issued, the dealer performed a software update but the unit has since failed in wet conditions and is unsafe and needs to be replaced but my understanding is that the software update fulfills there obligation to the recall. I do not think the software is sufficient as it has still failed
As I was coming to an immediate stop, due to a deer jumping out in front of me, the car/ brake pedal shuddered and I had to perform an emergency braking procedure by swerving onto the shoulder of the road. Thankfully no one was injured, including the deer, however, my nerves were frayed, as had this been in the snow or any other adverse conditions, what would have been the outcome then? Immediately after this happened the ABS light and flashing brake light appeared on the dash. I have used a scan tool to diagnose the issue to which the code #01130 (ABS Operation Implausible Signal). Through research online- forums it has come to my attention that this is a very common VW issue to the point that the federal safety agency has requested/ mandated that a recall should be issued- www.automotive-fleet.com (January 7, 2017). When I went to the VW recall site and plugged in my VIN no recalls were listed?? I will be taking my car to the dealer tomorrow, as I am a one car household and need my '09 Sportwagen for daily transportation to and from work, I am hoping that they will honor the replacement of this faulty safety device.
Update to recently filed incident report over brake system warnings in VW Jetta: VW Service has now replaced ABS module at cost to me of Approx. $2200. The car had been subject to a recall in 2017 for "45F2 - ABS Control Module Software" and update was performed in April 2017 at no cost. But the recent trouble was also ABS-related:. VW of Kingston service stated: "16352 Fault for ABS Control Module faulty - Not related to recall that was done in 2017." I wish to challenge the conclusion that the 2 ABS incidents were unrelated. Additionally, a 2012 incident should be considered in which the vehicle's engine suddenly stopped on highway and could not be restarted. VW said problem was "Car will not start. Cause: No comm to TCM, ECM, Brake Control Unit, J500, J234. Convenience System, and TPMS System. 97105550 Vehicle Elect system ECM replace. . . Remove reinstall." I submit that the 3 incidents in 2014, 2017 and 2021 involving in some way the brake control units are related and should all have been subject to warranty as safety defects.
ABS light, anti-skid light, flashing brake light and audible alarm came on immediately after starting vehicle and do not stop. Had experienced slight but unusual skidding while backing out of parking space on gravel yesterday but car ran ok right after that and then problem started today.
Abs module failure.
The contact's friend owns a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while his friend was driving 50 mph three days after purchasing the vehicle, the ABS, brake and ETC warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that his friend continued to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact stated that his friend was unable to start the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The contact stated the vehicle was repaired; however, the warning lights remained illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the recall repair for the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control) could not be completed on the vehicle until the issues indicated by the warning lights were repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed the assessment by the dealer. A case was opened. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
The ABS module has failed
My car was operating fine, then one day when starting it on my lunch break I heard three loud pitched beeps. Upon starting the car my ABS and traction control lights were steadily on while the brake light was flashing. Clearing the codes, then driving about 15 MPH the codes would show back up. Scanned it with a vcds scanner, and it shows 16352- control module- electrical error
I have light come on when turn on car and ABS light ccme on jerk the car whn move it itto gear. This does all the time I scared goin get car accident.
2009 volkswagen jetta. Consumer writes in regards to ABS module safety recall. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle did not begin to have issues until after the recall repair was performed.
Vehicle had faulty ABS brake module, after replacing module, the error still exists. Brakes are not working correctly. Wheels lock up and the vehicle cannot be stopped quickly. Abs, brake, and traction control light are flashing. Before the ABS module was replaced, the speedometer and power steering would stop working. After replacement, they work but the ABS system still malfunctions.
Shortly after the emissions recalls where done in 2019 at aprox 184,000. At approx 186,000 miles the ABS control module went out. The vehicle has 190,000 miles and I have called my local vw dealer and they say no recalls for this. There has been over 136,000 vehicles affected, so why isnt mine under a recall? I had just purchased the vehilce.
Abs lite steady and brake lite flashing. Upon braking these fault lites lit... Had diagnosed at vw certified facility... Abs module has failed.
I just replace the ABS moduler just about 6 month ago and several thousands of dollars. I see that my break lights is red and saying I need to redo my brakes. I have looked and they tell me there no recalls. I am wondering if the ABS moduler have something to do wirh the brakes. I did read there a recall on the wiring harness and it affect your brakes and its very dangerous. I am concerned if someone could get back to me on this. It be very appreciated. Thank you.
Hi yes I am concerned in regards I had a call for a recall on my jetta 2009. The federal safety agency called me to set up and appointment. I did exactly what I was supposed to do with the recall. When the recall was finish I thought my work was on the manufacturing and was to pay the dealership. Long story short I had to pay for the labor and the parts for a recall on my 2009 jetta volkswagen..
I was driving at approximately 45 MPH when a deer came into the road from the right side. I seen the deer and should have had plenty of time to miss it and come to a stop. I removed the car from 5th gear while using both the clutch and brake pads. Once I applied significant pressure to the brakes the completely locked up, as did the steering wheel. My car collided with the deer and subsequently traveled off the right side of the road in a spin, stopping approximately 40 feet down an embankment. Since then I have had no luck keeping the vehicle running. I have had the alternator, plugs and coil packs, starter, and ignition changed with no remedy. The vehicle will not start.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that while driving, the ABS warning light along with several other unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle started shaking while shifting gears. Additionally, the brakes failed to work effectively while depressing the brake pedal. The contact also stated that the vehicle failed to shift gears correctly. The steering wheel was difficult to turn and was shaking. The contact stated that the RPM was fluctuating. The vehicle was turned off and restarted however, the failure recurred. The check engine, power steering and epc warning lights were also illuminated. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle drove normally for a while before the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to hansel volkswagen (2951 corby ave, santa rosa, ca 95407) and was diagnosed however, the mechanic was unable to update the ABS software. The dealer informed the contact that the ABS module was defective and needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that the ABS module failed internally. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Abs failure that aligns with the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v913000 appeared on my 2009 jetta. Year, make, and model are covered in the recall though vw claims my VIN does not fall within the recall parameters. Solid ABS warning light and blinking brake light. Private vw specialist determined we need ABS module and pump at the cost of $2500 for a known issue or we will not have anit-lock brakes. Per the recall, this can cause a loss of vehicle control and can increase the risk of crash. Failure occurred at 81k miles
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the ABS, brakes and traction warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to drive safely to his residence. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic and was informed the ABS software needed to be updated. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v913000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electronic stability control). A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle had not been diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 95,000.*dt
Vehicle was included in the ABS recall in 2017. Dealer didn't replace the module at the time, stating that the software was updated, which would detect the failure before it actually happened. Customer was told that if the ABS light came up, just returned for the replacement of the module for free because it was under warranty. When the said light came up after a few thousand miles, customer returned to the dealer. Dealer indicated that it was covered under the warranty and ordered the module for replacement. Customer was advised that it was safe to drive locally while waiting for a month for an appointment. Customer was informed that it was free multiple times until after the long wait for an appointment and hours of waiting during the actual service, when 'nothing has been done' because it was not free. Dealer explained that the error code in the vehicle was different from the ones on a piece of paper that they had for the recall replacement. Customer asked what the codes meant and what was the problem with the vehicle; dealer didn't know. However, dealer advised customer to have the module replaced at customer's cost.
Tl* the contact's wife owns a 2009 volkswagen jetta. While driving various speeds, the ABS warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to bob boast volkswagen (4827 14th st w, bradenton, fl 34207, (941) 755-8585) where it was diagnosed that the ABS control module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred multiple times. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v913000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electronic stability control). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the repair was performed and the VIN was not included in any other recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 113,000.
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