Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V904000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V904000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2018-2019 volkswagen atlas, 2015 volkswagen golf sportwagen, and 2019 volkswagen jetta vehicles Includes 6,322 affected units, Rear Coil Springs May Fracture, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018-2019 volkswagen atlas, 2015 volkswagen golf sportwagen, and 2019 volkswagen jetta vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 volkswagen atlas, 2015 volkswagen golf sportwagen, and 2019 volkswagen jetta vehicles. the rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. the recall began january 31, 2019. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 42j2/42j3.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V904000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2018-12-19T00:00:00
Subject: Rear coil springs may fracture
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 6,322

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 42J2/42J3
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 volkswagen atlas, 2015 volkswagen golf sportwagen, and 2019 volkswagen jetta vehicles. the rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
Consequence Summary: If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. the recall began january 31, 2019. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 42j2/42j3.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 88.78

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