Recall 14V182000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Defect Description
Volkswagen of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, and Passat vehicles equipped with a 1.8T engine and torque converter automatic transmission. In the affected vehicles, the O-ring seals between the oil cooler and the transmission may leak fluid.
Safety Consequence
The leaking transmission fluid could contact a hot surface and result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the O-ring seals in the transmission oil cooler, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38B9/9V.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | VOLKSWAGEN | BEETLE |
| 2014 | VOLKSWAGEN | JETTA |
| 2014 | VOLKSWAGEN | PASSAT |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.