NHTSA recall 18V-671 (18V671000)
exterior lighting recall reported September 26, 2018 - about 28 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V671000
- Also written as
- 18V-671
- Manufacturer number
- 94L1
- Reported
- September 26, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~28
- Component
- exterior lighting
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The passenger side headlight may be incorrectly positioned, reducing the driver's visibility when it is dark. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Why it is dangerous
A reduction in the driver's visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side headlight, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94L1.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-671 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.