Recall
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid — 13V568000
NHTSA ID
13V568000
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Jetta Hybrid
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2013-11-14
Component
POWER TRAIN
Units Affected
3,837
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
34F6/4V
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Jetta Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 2012 through October 2013 and equipped with a DQ-200 direct-shift gearbox. Due to gearbox fluid additives, the control module within the gearbox may corrode. The deposits from this corrosion may cause an electrical short and result in a stall-like condition.
Consequence
This sudden loss of power while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gearbox oil with a non-corrosive version, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's recall number is 34F6/4V.