Volkswagen Recalls Multiple Models for Brake Assist

The recall affects nearly 92,000 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf/GTI and Golf SportWagen vehicles in the 2015 and 2016 model years.

by Staff

November 4, 2015

Volkswagen Recalls Multiple Models for Brake Assist — **Photo of Volkswagen Jetta courtesy of Volkswagen.**

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**Photo of Volkswagen Jetta courtesy of Volkswagen.**

Volkswagen Group of America is recalling 91,867 2015-2016 model-year Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf/GTI and Golf SportWagen vehicles because of potential brake assist loss.

In these cars, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. This condition would lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The remedy for this recall campaign is still under development. Volkswagen will send owners an interim notification by Dec. 22. After finalizing a remedy plan, Volkswagen will send out a second notification. That’s expected in March.

Vehicle owners can reach Volkswagen customer service at (800) 822-8987. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 23R1.

Topics:Volkswagen Passat NHTSA Compact Cars Volkswagen Beetle Recalls Volkswagen 2015-MY 2016-MY Full-Size Sedans Volkswagen Jetta Volkswagen Golf Safety

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