NHTSA recall 15V194000
Electrical System · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009 Routan vehicles manufactured June 25, 2008, to July 8, 2009, and 2010 Routan vehicles manufactured October 1, 2009, to August 11, 2010. This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if…
Why it matters: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the off or accessory position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including, but not limited to, air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash…
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key fobs, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2015.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2009 Volkswagen Routan, 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 15V194000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.