NHTSA Recall 16V170000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGESMar 24, 2016· Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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

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

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

YearMakeModel
2011VolkswagenTouareg
2012VolkswagenTouareg
2013VolkswagenTouareg
2014VolkswagenTouareg
2015VolkswagenTouareg
2016VolkswagenTouareg

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