Defect Description For Recall
Volkswagen Is Recalling Certain Stainless Steel Exhaust Tips, Part Number 1K0 071 910 U, Sold As Accessory Equipment For Use On Model Year 2011-2012 Jetta Sedan Vehicles Manufactured From March 18, 2010, Through August 22, 2011. These Exhaust Tips May Extend Beyond The Original Length Of The Factory-Installed Exhaust Pipes. It Is Possible For Inadvertent Contact To Occur With A Person’S Leg.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLKSWAGEN
Model Of Vehicle
EXHAUST TIP
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
11E036000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
Effect Of Defect
If The TaiLPIpe Extension Is Hot During Inadvertent Contact, A Burn Could Occur.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Replace The Stainless Steel Exhaust Tips As Necessary Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Is Expected To Begin During November 2011. Owners May Contact Volkswagen At 1-800-822-8987.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volkswagen Of America, Inc
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
99322
Date Owners Notified
20111130
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20110908
Make Campaign Number
26G8/V4