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NHTSARecalled Feb 8, 2017 · #17V075000

Brake Fluid Leak may Reduce Braking Power

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Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Passat vehicles. Brake fluid may leak slowly from the some of the brake line connections, resulting in a low brake fluid level. A low brake fluid level may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Brake Fluid Leak may Reduce Braking Power
  • 2017 Passat
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake lines, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47N3.

View the official CPSC notice