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Volkswagen Touareg Recall service at Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Lakewood in Lakewood, CO
SCHEDULE NOWFrequently asked questionsNHTSA campaign 18V329000 · 252 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Consequence
If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 13, 2018. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
NHTSA campaign 16V170000 · 46,574 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.
Consequence
If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly to verify the presence of the securing clip and install any missing securing clips, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46G4.
NHTSA campaign 16V035000 · 825 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Touareg Hybrid vehicles manufactured March 20, 2010, to April 11, 2015. The hybrid battery tray may not drain water sufficiently. If water collects in the hybrid battery tray, it may cause an electrical short in the high voltage battery.
Consequence
An electrical short in the high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a fitted drain valve to allow water to drain properly, free of charge. The recall began late February 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this 53B8.
NHTSA campaign 18V329000 · 252 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Consequence
If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 13, 2018. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
NHTSA campaign 16V170000 · 46,574 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.
Consequence
If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly to verify the presence of the securing clip and install any missing securing clips, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46G4.
NHTSA campaign 16V035000 · 825 vehicles affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Touareg Hybrid vehicles manufactured March 20, 2010, to April 11, 2015. The hybrid battery tray may not drain water sufficiently. If water collects in the hybrid battery tray, it may cause an electrical short in the high voltage battery.
Consequence
An electrical short in the high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a fitted drain valve to allow water to drain properly, free of charge. The recall began late February 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this 53B8.
5 common questions answered
NHTSA identifies three recalls affecting this vehicle. A compliance issue may increase the risk of a crash, fire, or injury. A brake pedal pivot pin without its securing clip could allow the brake pedal to dislodge, potentially preventing brake application and increasing crash risk. For Touareg Hybrid vehicles, water that remains in the battery tray could create an electrical short and increase fire risk. Waiting to confirm recall status leaves uncertainty around a safety-related condition. Because remedies are free, checking the VIN promptly is a practical way to replace concern with clear information and timely action.
Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Lakewood uses factory-trained technicians, manufacturer diagnostic tools, and OEM parts when completing Volkswagen recall remedies. Our team can inspect the brake pedal assembly, install a missing securing clip, improve hybrid battery-tray drainage, or complete the manufacturer’s specified compliance repair. Each qualifying recall remedy is performed free of charge. We proudly serve drivers throughout Lakewood, Denver, Edgewater, Wheat Ridge, Golden, and nearby Colorado communities from our location at 8304 West Colfax Ave in Lakewood, CO.
Start with the VIN: check it through NHTSA.gov or contact our service department for a free check. Bring your 2014 Volkswagen Touareg to Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Lakewood so our team can verify open recalls and explain the next step. If you are unsure whether a previous repair was completed, schedule an appointment anyway—the check is free. Addressing a recall promptly helps reduce uncertainty, and an authorized dealer can perform the manufacturer remedy at no charge when the campaign is open.
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