Large Recall NHTSA · 10E038000 Reported August 12, 2010

Sunroof separation

Webasto Product North America, Inc. · Visibility · 292,867 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
10E038000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
292,867
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
August 12, 2010

Defect Summary

Webasto is recalling certain hollandia 700 and 600 series and hollandia tvs 900 series sunroofs sold as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. the adhesive bond between the glass and the metal frame can debond increasing the risk that the sunroof glass would separate from the vehicle. complete glass-to-frame debonding can develop gradually and may be evidenced by metal corrosion around the sunroof frame, wind noise, vibration, visual bond separation and/or water leakage. These conditions may be observable for several months before complete glass-to-frame adhesion debonding can ultimately occur.

Safety Consequence

In the event of a separation, the falling glass could cause a road hazard that results in a vehicle crash or could strike a trailing vehicle.

Corrective Action

Webasto will notify owners of record and installers will repair the sunroofs free of charge. webasto also plans to launch a public notification campaign that may include press releases and website postings, among other materials. the safety recall began on october 6, 2010. owners may contact webasto at 1-888-749-8632.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Webasto Product North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 10E038000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 10E038000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 10E038000?

NHTSA recall 10E038000 was issued by Webasto Product North America, Inc. on August 12, 2010. It addresses: Sunroof separation. The recall affects approximately 292,867 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Webasto Product North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10E038000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.