Report Date
Sep 8, 2021
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Affected Vehicles
1
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Arteon vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach.
Safety Consequence
A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the pressure input rod connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47R3.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | VOLKSWAGEN | ARTEON |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.