NHTSA Recall # | 93061 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 12V147000 |
MFG Compaign # | 42G3/W2 |
Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
Supplier | VOLKSWAGEN |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | ROUTAN |
Model Year | 2012 |
Component | SUSPENSION:REAR |
Date of notification | 20/04/12 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 15/11/11 |
End date of manufacturing | 21/11/11 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 05/04/12 |
Report created | 05/04/12 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 15 |
Defect summary | Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2012 routan vehicles, manufactured from november 15, 2011, through november 21, 2011. Some vehicles may be equipped with right rear hub and bearing assemblies that were not fully machined. |
Consequence summary | This could result in a decrease in durability, which may lead to wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right rear hub and bearing assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 20, 2012. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. |
Recall notes | Volkswagen |