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NHTSA recall 11V312000

Tires · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

June 6, 2011report date
4units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Affects vehicles equipped with the proper TPMS sensors.

Why it matters: With the incorrect TPMS sensors, drivers will receive a constant warning from the tire pressure monitor system. The system alerts the driver but, due to incorrect TPMS sensors, the system cannot determine if the vehicle tires are properly inflated. This increases the risk that the vehicle will be…

The fix: Volkswagen will replace the TPMS sensors with the proper sensors to make the TPMS system of the vehicles compliant with fmvss 138. As of June 1, 2011, Volkswagen has contacted all affected customers to schedule the repairs free of charge.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2012 Volkswagen Cc.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 11V312000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.