NHTSA recall 16V-170 (16V170000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported March 24, 2016 - about 46,574 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V170000
- Also written as
- 16V-170
- Manufacturer number
- 46G4
- Reported
- March 24, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~46,574
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Touareg vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a securing clip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.
Why it is dangerous
If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly to verify the presence of the securing clip and install any missing securing clips, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46G4.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-170 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.