2013 Volkswagen Touareg Recalls

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March 24th, 2016
Recalled Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Recall Date
March 24th, 2016
Units Effected
46,574
NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V170000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 46G4
Date of Owner Notification: April 27th, 2016

Defect Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.

Consequence Summary:
If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Summary:
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly to verify the presence of the securing clip and install any missing securing clips, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46G4.

Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall Comments

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