NHTSA Recall 19V188000
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGSMar 6, 2019· Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Golf |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Golf |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Golf |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Golf |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Golf |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Golf Sportwagen |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Golf Sportwagen |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Golf Sportwagen |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Tiguan |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Tiguan |
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