VOLKSWAGENPASSAT
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2021 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT recalls
There is 1 NHTSA recall campaign associated with this vehicle configuration.
Live NHTSA dataVehicle taxonomy resolved as VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT.
Most-mentioned components
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS · 1
Campaign 21V812000
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Mar 10, 2022
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and Passat vehicles. The front wheel bearing bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.
Risk
The bolts may loosen and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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Dealers will inspect the tightness of the wheel bearing bolts and replace the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40R7.
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