Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #11V466000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V466000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 30,294 affected units, ACCESSORY STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST TIPS, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 jetta sedan vehicles manufactured from march 18, 2010, through august 22, 2011. some vehicles had a stainless steel exhaust tip installed at the port during importation. 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: 11V466000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2011-09-07T00:00:00

Subject: Accessory stainless steel exhaust tips

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 30,294

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 jetta sedan vehicles manufactured from march 18, 2010, through august 22, 2011. some vehicles had a stainless steel exhaust tip installed at the port during importation. 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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SID: row-3uza-azgs-sk4k

NHTSA ID: 11V466000

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Created At: 1742808662

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