VOLKSWAGEN GOLF ALLTRACK 2019: WHEELS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V879000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| VOLKSWAGEN | GOLF ALLTRACK | 2019 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2020-01-13 | 2019-12-11 | 2019-12-12 |
Production Dates: 2019-05-08 - 2019-05-08
Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 40P1
Component: WHEELS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 8
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2019 Jetta GLI, Golf Alltrack, and Golf GTI vehicles. The front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined, potentially causing excessive stress on the wheel, wheel bolts, or wheel bearings.
The excessive stress can cause steering, traction or other stability issues or breakage relating to the front wheels, and increase the risk of a crash.
Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the wheel bearing assemblies, wheels, and wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40P1. Note: The affected owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repairs have been made.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
