NHTSA recall 18V-904 (18V904000)
suspension recall reported December 19, 2018 - about 6,322 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V904000
- Also written as
- 18V-904
- Manufacturer number
- 42J2/42J3
- Reported
- December 19, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~6,322
- Component
- suspension
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
Why it is dangerous
If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J2/42J3.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-904 when calling a dealer.
Affected 3 models
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.