If the brake line was not properly tightened, it may leak brake fluid, causing a reduction in braking performance, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of crash.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Passat vehicles manufactured May 18, 2015, to May 21, 2015. The affected vehicles have a brake line at the left rear wheel area that may not have been properly tightened.

Actions

Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will tighten the brake line fitting, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47M3.

Documents (10)

• Recall Quarterly Report - 2015-Q2
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - June 09, 2015
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report - 2015-Q4
• Recall Quarterly Report - 2016-Q1
• Recall Quarterly Report - 2015-Q3

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