Recall
Volkswagen Jetta — 19V188000
NHTSA ID
19V188000
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Jetta
Years Affected
2019
Recall Date
2019-03-06
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Units Affected
56,173
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
42J5
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
Consequence
If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5.