Recall 18V671000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Report Date
20180926
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Affected Vehicles
1 models

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The passenger side headlight may be incorrectly positioned, reducing the driver's visibility when it is dark. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety Consequence

A reduction in the driver's visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side headlight, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94L1.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2019 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.