Safety Recall NHTSA · 11V151000 Reported March 1, 2011

Ignition switch

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · Electrical System · 12,612 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
11V151000
Manufacturer Campaign
28G1/U8
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
12,612
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 1, 2011

Defect Summary

Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2010 routan vehicles manufactured from october 2009 through june 2010. some vehicles may experience inadvertent ignition key displacement from the run to accessory position while driving causing the engine to shut off.

Safety Consequence

An engine shutting off suddenly while driving could increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the win module free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during june 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

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 Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 11V151000 or campaign 28G1/U8.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 11V151000

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

What is recall 11V151000?

NHTSA recall 11V151000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on March 1, 2011. It addresses: Ignition switch. The recall affects approximately 12,612 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V151000 or the manufacturer campaign number 28G1/U8. 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.