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Crash Test Data for 2010 Diesel
| Diesel Vehicle | Front Star Rating | Side Star Rating | Rollover Resistance Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | Passenger | Front Seat | Rear Seat | ||
| 2010 Grand Caravan Cargo |  | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Colorado Extended Cab |  | | | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Colorado Regular Cab | | | | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Canyon Extended Cab | | | | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Canyon Regular Cab | | | | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Golf | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 ML-Class | | | | | |
| 2010 TTS | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 S4 | | | | | |
| 2010 S4 Avant | | | | | Not Tested |
| 2010 S5 Cabriolet | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Dakota Crew Cab | | | | | |
| 2010 Dakota Extended Cab | | | | Not Tested | |
| 2010 CC | | | | | |
| 2010 A3 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Z4 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Avenger | | | | | |
| 2010 Caliber | | | | | |
| 2010 Challenger | | | | | |
| 2010 Charger | | | | | |
| 2010 128i/135i | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 A4 | | | | | |
| 2010 Golf | | | | | |
| 2010 Q7 | | | | | Not Tested |
| 2010 R8 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 S5 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 S6 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 TT | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 TT | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 TTS | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Routan | | | | | |
| 2010 Tiguan | | | | | |
| 2010 Touareg 2 | | | | | Not Tested |
| 2010 Ram 1500 Regular Cab | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Ram 1500 Crew Cab | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Ram 2500 Regular Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Ram 2500 Mega Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Ram 2500 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Viper | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Avalanche | | | Not Tested | Not Tested |  |
| 2010 Aveo | | | | | |
| 2010 Aveo | | | | | |
| 2010 Cobalt | | | | | |
| 2010 Cobalt | | | | | |
| 2010 Colorado Regular Cab | | | | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Canyon Extended Cab | | | | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Yukon XL 2500 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 GTI | | | | | |
| 2010 GTI | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Jetta | | | | | |
| 2010 Jetta Sportwagen | | | | | |
| 2010 New Beetle | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Eos | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 New Beetle | | | | | |
| 2010 Passat | | | | | |
| 2010 Passat Wagon | | | | | |
| 2010 128i/135i | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 3 Series | | | | | |
| 2010 3 Series Wagon | | | | | |
| 2010 3 Series | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 3 Series | | | | | |
| 2010 5 Series | | | | | |
| 2010 5 Series Wagon | | | | | Not Tested |
| 2010 6 Series | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 6 Series | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 7 Series | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 X3 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 X5 | | | | | Not Tested |
| 2010 X6 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 A4 Avant | | | | | Not Tested |
| 2010 A5 Cabriolet | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 A5 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 A6 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 A6 Avant | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 A8 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Q5 | | | | | Not Tested |
| 2010 Yukon | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Acadia | | | | | |
| 2010 Canyon Crew Cab | | | | | |
| 2010 Canyon Regular Cab | | | | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Yukon Hybrid | | | | | |
| 2010 Silverado 3500 Extended Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Grand Caravan | | | | | |
| 2010 Journey | | | | | |
| 2010 Nitro | | | | | |
| 2010 Ram 1500 Quad Cab | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Colorado Extended Cab | | | | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Colorado Crew Cab | | | | | |
| 2010 Corvette | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Savana 2500 12 Passenger | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Savana 3500 12 Passenger | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Savana 3500 15 Passenger | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Savana 1500 Cargo | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Savana 1500 Passenger | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Sierra 1500 Regular Cab | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Sierra 1500 Extended Cab | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Sierra 1500 Crew Cab | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Sierra 2500 Extended Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Sierra 2500 Regular Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Sierra 3500 Extended Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Sierra 3500 Regular Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Sierra 3500 Crew Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Sierra 2500 Crew Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Sierra 1500 Hybrid | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Yukon XL 1500 | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Viper Roadster | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Corvette | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Corvette Z06 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Corvette ZR1 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Equinox | | | | | |
| 2010 Express 1500 Cargo | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Express 1500 Passenger | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Express 2500 12 Passenger | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Express 3500 12 Passenger | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Express 3500 15 Passenger | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 HHR | | | | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 HHR | | | | | |
| 2010 Impala | | | | | |
| 2010 Malibu | | | | | |
| 2010 Silverado 2500 Crew Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Silverado 3500 Crew Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Silverado 2500 Extended Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Silverado 2500 Regular Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Silverado 3500 Regular Cab | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Silverado 1500 Regular Cab | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Silverado 1500 Extended Cab | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Silverado 1500 Hybrid | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Suburban 1500 | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Suburban 2500 | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Tahoe | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Tahoe Hybrid | | | | | |
| 2010 Traverse | | | | | |
| 2010 Camaro | | | | Not Tested | |
| 2010 Terrain | | | | | |
| 2010 C-Class | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | |
| 2010 CL-Class | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 CLS-Class | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 E-Class | | | | | |
| 2010 G-Class | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 Maybach | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 GL-Class | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 GLK-Class | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 ML-Class Hybrid | | | | | Not Tested |
| 2010 Sprinter | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |  |
| 2010 R-Class | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 S-Class | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 SL-Class | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 SLK-Class | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 E-Class | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 5 Series GT | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 2010 E-Class | | | | | |
Service Bulletins for 2010 Diesel
No service bulletins exist.
Recalls for 2010 Diesel
| 2010 AUDI A3 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | - |
| Potential Units Affected: | 151767 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2006 Volkswagen Passat sedans and wagons, 2005-2013 Audi A3, and 2006-2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture. Consequence:In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. Action:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. | |
| 2010 AUDI A3 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 05/30/2005 - 08/30/2012 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 162782 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2013 Audi A3, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2009-2012 Q5, and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode. Consequence:In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Action:Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69R6. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-078. | |
| 2010 AUDI A3 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | - |
| Potential Units Affected: | 168275 |
Defect Description:VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL 2009-2012 JETTA AND JETTA SPORTWAGEN VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2008 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2009 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 AUDI A3 VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2009 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH A 2.0L TDI COMMON RAIL DIESEL ENGINE/CLEAN DIESEL ENGINE. THE FUEL INJECTION PULSES COULD COINCIDE WITH THE NATURAL FREQUENCY OF THE INJECTOR LINE #2, IN SPECIFIC LOAD AND RPM CONDITIONS. THIS RESONANCE CREATES ADDITIONAL STRESS IN THE FUEL LINE. Consequence:DUE TO THE RESONANCE CONDITION, INJECTOR LINE NUMBER 2 COULD DEVELOP SMALL CRACKS WHICH COULD LEAD TO FUEL LEAKAGE. LEAKING FUEL IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, MAY LEAD TO A FIRE. Action:VOLKSWAGEN WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED FUEL INJECTOR LINE FOR THE NUMBER 2 CYLINDER ON CERTAIN VEHICLES AND WILL INSTALL VIBRATION DAMPERS ON ALL OF THE INJECTOR LINES. VOLKSWAGEN AND AUDI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS TO HAVE THE VEHICLES REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987. | |
| 2010 AUDI A3 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 09/01/2008 - 08/19/2009 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 16000 |
Defect Description:VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 2008 AND AUGUST 2009. THE WIRING HARNESS OF A TEMPERATURE SENSOR IN THE DIRECT SHIFT GEARBOX (DSG) MAY HAVE CONNECTOR WIRES THAT WERE INSUFFICIENTLY CRIMPED. WITH INSUFFICIENTLY CRIMPED CONNECTOR WIRES, A TEMPERATURE SENSOR HAS THE POTENTIAL TO FALSELY DETECT A HIGH GEARBOX OIL TEMPERATURE, CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO ABRUPTLY SHIFT TO NEUTRAL. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE SELECTOR LEVER POSITION INDICATOR WITHIN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL FLASH. IN ADDITION, THE "DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL" INDICATOR LIGHT WILL BE ILLUMINATED, ALERTING THE DRIVER TO APPLY THE BRAKES. Consequence:THE ABRUPT SHIFT TO NEUTRAL COULD LEAD TO A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING. Action:VOLKSWAGEN WILL REPROGRAM THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE WITH UPDATED SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 20, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987. | |
| 2010 AUDI A3 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 09/29/2005 - 07/30/2009 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 10200 |
Defect Description:VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 AUDI A3, TT, AND TT ROADSTER PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 29, 2005 AND AUGUST 26, 2009. THE CLOSING FORCE OF AN INTERNAL SPRING OF THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE IS NOT ADEQUATE ENOUGH TO HOLD THE VALVE CLOSED UNDER EXTREME DRIVING CONDITIONS POSSIBLY ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK. Consequence:IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR. Action:VOLKSWAGEN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND AUDI DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE WITH AN IMPROVED VALVE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 16, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-253-2834. | |
| 2010 AUDI Q7 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 03/14/2006 - 05/26/2012 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 5987 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660. These vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement remedy parts became available. Consequence:The butyl tape may not prevent fuel from leaking. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Action:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BJ. | |
| 2010 AUDI Q7 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | - |
| Potential Units Affected: | 143214 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak. Consequence:A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Action:Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20W9. | |
| 2010 BMW X5 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Manufacturer: | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/01/2009 - 01/25/2010 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 735 |
Defect Description:BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 X5 M SAV VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT," THESE VEHICLE'S WERE EQUIPPED WITH SIDE MARKER LAMPS, BUT NOT THE POWER SUPPLY CABLES LEADING TO THE LAMPS. AS A RESULT, THE SIDE MARKER LAMPS DO NOT ILLUMINATE. Consequence:THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108. Action:BMW WILL INSTALL POWER SUPPLY CABLES FOR THE FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMPS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 800-525-7417. | |
| 2010 BMW X5 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD |
| Manufacturer: | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 12/14/2009 - 12/16/2009 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 210 |
Defect Description:BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 X5 AND X6 SPORT ACTIVITY VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN DECEMBER 14, 2009 AND DECEMBER 16, 2009. IN THE UPPER RIGHT AREA OF THE WINDSHIELD, BONDING MAY BE INSUFFICIENT OVER A LENGTH OF APPROXIMATELY 50CM. Consequence:IN THE CASE OF A ROLLOVER, THE STABILITY OF THE ROOF COULD BE AFFECTED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES. Action:BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND AUTHORIZED DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE WINDSHIELD AND THEN REINSTALL WITH THE PROPER BONDING FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 30, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-525-7417. | |
| 2010 BMW X5 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL |
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 05/09/2006 - 09/28/2011 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 97738 |
Defect Description:BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5M vehicles, 2009-2011 X5 xDrive35d vehicles, 2008-2011 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M vehicles, and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5M vehicles, and 2008 BMW X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Vehicles of these model years and models that were not originally sold or ever registered in either Zones A or B are not subject to this safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature cycling. Consequence:An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death. Action:BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or air bag module, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. | |
| 2010 BMW X5 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO-CHARGER |
| Manufacturer: | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC |
| Manufacture Dates: | - |
| Potential Units Affected: | 32084 |
Defect Description:BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 5-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 5-SERIES GRAN TURISMO, MODEL YEAR 2009-2011 7-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 X5 SAV, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 X6 SAV VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 8- OR 12-CYLINDER, TURBOCHARGED, ENGINES BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP CAN OVERHEAT. Consequence:THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE. Action:BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUXILIARY WATER PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 19, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417. | |
| 2010 BMW X5 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL: PRE-HEATER |
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 06/13/2009 - 11/09/2009 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 1540 |
Defect Description:BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 X5 xDrive35d vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and manufactured from June 13, 2009, through November 9, 2009. The fuel filter heater, which is used for warming up the diesel fuel during vehicle operation at low outside temperatures, could experience an electrical overload condition and become permanently activated. Consequence:The fuel filter heater could remain activated even when the ignition is off and lead to a dead battery. The unit could also overheat, possibly resulting in a vehicle fire. Action:BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter heater, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 26, 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417. | |
| 2010 BMW X5 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP |
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 05/09/2006 - 07/17/2010 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 136188 |
Defect Description:BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 535i xDrive Gran Turismo, 535i Gran Turismo, 550i xDrive Gran Turismo and 550i Gran Turismo, 2011-2012 528i, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i and 550i xDrive and 2012 535i ActiveHybrid, 640i Convertible, 650i Convertible, 650i xDrive Convertible, 650i Coupe and 650i Coupe xDrive vehicles. The affected vehicles have in-tank fuel pumps that may have insufficiently crimped wire contacts. Consequence:The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash. Action:BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. | |
| 2010 BMW X5 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) |
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 05/23/2006 - 03/18/2010 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 740561 |
Defect Description:BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit. Consequence:An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use. Action:BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notification by the end of October 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. | |
| 2010 BMW X5 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/03/2009 - 11/19/2011 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 47806 |
Defect Description:BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat. Consequence:If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire. Action:BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed. | |
| 2010 BMW X5 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO-CHARGER |
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/03/2009 - 11/19/2011 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 47806 |
Defect Description:BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat. Consequence:If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire. Action:BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed. | |
| 2010 BMW X5 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL |
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 12/20/2006 - 06/27/2013 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 83016 |
Defect Description:BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M vehicles, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M vehicles, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. Consequence:An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. Action:BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. | |
| 2010 BMW X5 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL |
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 09/12/2006 - 06/27/2013 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 41808 |
Defect Description:BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, 2009-2010 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2009-2013 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." BMW is also recalling certain 2007-2010 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X5 xDrive35d, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." BMW is also recalling certain 2007-2009 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xdrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X5 xDrive35d, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles ever registered in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. Consequence:An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. Action:BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger front air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. | |
| 2010 BMW X5 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 03/12/2008 - 06/27/2013 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 33214 |
Defect Description:BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles. The engine idler pulley bolt may loosen over time and break. Consequence:If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash. Action:BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the idler pulley bolt with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/21/2009 - 11/11/2009 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 135683 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta A5 Sedan, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, Eos, GTI, Rabbit and Audi A3 vehicles, and 2010 Volkswagen Golf A6 vehicles. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fail during ABS or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) activation, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control. Consequence:A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash. Action:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS control module software to improve the module's self-testing abilities. Any module that fails the new diagnostic test will be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 03/17/2009 - 10/30/2013 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 363713 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen CC, 2010-2014 Golf, 2010-2014 Eos, 2007-2010 Passat Sedan and Wagon, and 2012-2014 Passat vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode. Consequence:In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Action:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q9. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-078. | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | - |
| Potential Units Affected: | 168275 |
Defect Description:VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL 2009-2012 JETTA AND JETTA SPORTWAGEN VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2008 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2009 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 AUDI A3 VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2009 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH A 2.0L TDI COMMON RAIL DIESEL ENGINE/CLEAN DIESEL ENGINE. THE FUEL INJECTION PULSES COULD COINCIDE WITH THE NATURAL FREQUENCY OF THE INJECTOR LINE #2, IN SPECIFIC LOAD AND RPM CONDITIONS. THIS RESONANCE CREATES ADDITIONAL STRESS IN THE FUEL LINE. Consequence:DUE TO THE RESONANCE CONDITION, INJECTOR LINE NUMBER 2 COULD DEVELOP SMALL CRACKS WHICH COULD LEAD TO FUEL LEAKAGE. LEAKING FUEL IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, MAY LEAD TO A FIRE. Action:VOLKSWAGEN WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED FUEL INJECTOR LINE FOR THE NUMBER 2 CYLINDER ON CERTAIN VEHICLES AND WILL INSTALL VIBRATION DAMPERS ON ALL OF THE INJECTOR LINES. VOLKSWAGEN AND AUDI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS TO HAVE THE VEHICLES REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987. | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 03/17/2009 - 10/30/2013 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 363713 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen CC, 2010-2014 Golf, 2010-2014 Eos, 2007-2010 Passat Sedan and Wagon, and 2012-2014 Passat vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode. Consequence:In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Action:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q9. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-078. | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | - |
| Potential Units Affected: | 168275 |
Defect Description:VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL 2009-2012 JETTA AND JETTA SPORTWAGEN VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2008 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2009 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 AUDI A3 VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2009 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH A 2.0L TDI COMMON RAIL DIESEL ENGINE/CLEAN DIESEL ENGINE. THE FUEL INJECTION PULSES COULD COINCIDE WITH THE NATURAL FREQUENCY OF THE INJECTOR LINE #2, IN SPECIFIC LOAD AND RPM CONDITIONS. THIS RESONANCE CREATES ADDITIONAL STRESS IN THE FUEL LINE. Consequence:DUE TO THE RESONANCE CONDITION, INJECTOR LINE NUMBER 2 COULD DEVELOP SMALL CRACKS WHICH COULD LEAD TO FUEL LEAKAGE. LEAKING FUEL IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, MAY LEAD TO A FIRE. Action:VOLKSWAGEN WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED FUEL INJECTOR LINE FOR THE NUMBER 2 CYLINDER ON CERTAIN VEHICLES AND WILL INSTALL VIBRATION DAMPERS ON ALL OF THE INJECTOR LINES. VOLKSWAGEN AND AUDI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS TO HAVE THE VEHICLES REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987. | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | - |
| Potential Units Affected: | 659493 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture. Consequence:In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Action:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Volkswagen will notify owners again once parts are available. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/21/2009 - 11/11/2009 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 135683 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta A5 Sedan, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, Eos, GTI, Rabbit and Audi A3 vehicles, and 2010 Volkswagen Golf A6 vehicles. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fail during ABS or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) activation, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control. Consequence:A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash. Action:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS control module software to improve the module's self-testing abilities. Any module that fails the new diagnostic test will be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | - |
| Potential Units Affected: | 659493 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture. Consequence:In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Action:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Volkswagen will notify owners again once parts are available. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/21/2009 - 11/11/2009 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 135683 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta A5 Sedan, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, Eos, GTI, Rabbit and Audi A3 vehicles, and 2010 Volkswagen Golf A6 vehicles. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fail during ABS or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) activation, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control. Consequence:A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash. Action:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS control module software to improve the module's self-testing abilities. Any module that fails the new diagnostic test will be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/21/2009 - 11/11/2009 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 135683 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta A5 Sedan, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, Eos, GTI, Rabbit and Audi A3 vehicles, and 2010 Volkswagen Golf A6 vehicles. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) control unit may fail during ABS or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) activation, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control. Consequence:A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash. Action:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS control module software to improve the module's self-testing abilities. Any module that fails the new diagnostic test will be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SPORTWAGEN | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | - |
| Potential Units Affected: | 659493 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture. Consequence:In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Action:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Volkswagen will notify owners again once parts are available. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 09/14/2006 - 03/23/2010 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 20908 |
Defect Description:Volkswagen Group of America Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Touareg vehicles. The fuel filter flange may crack and allow fuel to leak out. Consequence:A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Action:Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel filter flange if cracks are found. A protective cover will be applied to the fuel filter to prevent oxidization cracks from forming. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 20Z4. | |
