Recall
Volkswagen Passat — 17V309000
NHTSA ID
17V309000
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Passat
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2017-05-11
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Units Affected
84,262
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
23W5
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Passat vehicles, equipped with diesel engines and Direct-Shift Transmissions (DSG). The vehicle's underbody heat shield may not be long enough to protect the right half-shaft grease boot from heat, potentially resulting in a grease leak.
Consequence
If the leaking grease contacts a heated surface, such as the exhaust system and/or the diesel particulate filter (DPF), it could increase the risk of fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft heat shield, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23W5.