Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #11E036000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11E036000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 99,322 affected units, ACCESSORY EXHAUST TIPS, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Volkswagen is recalling certain stainless steel exhaust tips, part number 1k0 071 910 u, sold as accessory equipment for use on model year 2011-2012 jetta sedan vehicles manufactured from march 18, 2010, through august 22, 2011. these exhaust tips may extend beyond the original length of the factory-installed exhaust pipes. it is possible for inadvertent contact to occur with a person's leg.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the stainless steel exhaust tips as necessary free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during november 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11E036000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2011-09-08T00:00:00
Subject: Accessory exhaust tips
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 99,322

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 26G8/V4
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Volkswagen is recalling certain stainless steel exhaust tips, part number 1k0 071 910 u, sold as accessory equipment for use on model year 2011-2012 jetta sedan vehicles manufactured from march 18, 2010, through august 22, 2011. these exhaust tips may extend beyond the original length of the factory-installed exhaust pipes. it is possible for inadvertent contact to occur with a person's leg.
Consequence Summary: If the tailpipe extension is hot during inadvertent contact, a burn could occur.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and replace the stainless steel exhaust tips as necessary free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during november 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11E036000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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