Defect Description For Recall
Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) Is Recalling Certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, Part Number 072-9831, Sold As Aftermarket Or Replacement Parts For 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, And 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle Vehicles. The Fluid Seal Crimp On The Master Cylinder May Be Insufficient, Causing Brake Fluid To Leak Or The Cylinder To Come Apart.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLKSWAGEN
Model Of Vehicle
JETTA
Year
2017
Recall Campaign Number
20E064000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master Cylinder
Effect Of Defect
If There Is A Brake Fluid Leak, It Can Reduce Braking Ability, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Beck/Arnley Will Notify The Distributors That Sold The Master Cylinders And Will Work With The Distributors To Notify The End Users. Affected Master Cylinders Will Be Exchanged For A New Master Cylinder (Part Number 072-9990), Free Of Charge. The Recall Began October 30, 2020. Owners May Contact Tenneco Customer Service At 1-800-625-9319.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Tenneco Automotive
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
38
Date Owners Notified
20201030
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20200923