Recall 19V866000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Jetta Hybrid vehicles equipped with a DQ200 7-Speed DSG Automatic Transmission. Hairline cracks can develop within the transmission electronic gearbox (mechatronic unit), causing an internal transmission oil leak and a decrease in oil pressure.
Safety Consequence
A decrease in transmission oil pressure can cause the clutch to fail to engage, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a repair kit and, as necessary, replace affected parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 34J6.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | VOLKSWAGEN | JETTA HYBRID |
| 2014 | VOLKSWAGEN | JETTA HYBRID |
| 2015 | VOLKSWAGEN | JETTA HYBRID |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.