Volkswagen Routan (2012) – 12V147000

Defect Description For Recall

Volkswagen Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012 Routan Vehicles, Manufactured From November 15, 2011, Through November 21, 2011. Some Vehicles May Be Equipped With Right Rear Hub And Bearing Assemblies That Were Not Fully Machined.

Make Of Vehicle

VOLKSWAGEN

Model Of Vehicle

ROUTAN

Year

2012

Recall Campaign Number

12V147000

Component Description

Suspension:Rear

Effect Of Defect

This Could Result In A Decrease In Durability, Which May Lead To Wheel Separation, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

Fix Defect

Volkswagen Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Right Rear Hub And Bearing Assembly, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On April 20, 2012. Owners May Contact Volkswagen At 1-800-822-8987.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Volkswagen Of America, Inc

Start Of Manufacture

20111115

End Of Manufacture

20111121

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

15

Date Owners Notified

20120420

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Date Report Received

20120405

Make Campaign Number

42G3/W2

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard