NHTSA recall 17V-075 (17V075000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported February 8, 2017 - about 1,007 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V075000
- Also written as
- 17V-075
- Manufacturer number
- 47N3
- Reported
- February 8, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,007
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
A low brake fluid level may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-075 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.