NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V369
Manufacturer Volkswagen
Group of America, Inc.
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected 10,206
Insufficient Coating on Brake Caliper Pistons
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, Passat, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Golf, Golf SportWagen and GTI and Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing the brake performance.
Remedy
Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners. Audi dealers will bleed the rear brakes. Volkswagen dealers will inspect the brake system and as necessary, bleed the front brakes (Atlas models only) or bleed the rear brakes (all other Volkswagen models). Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the brake system has been checked. The recall is expected to begin before July 31, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen’s numbers for this recall are 47N8, 47N9, and 47N6.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Check if your Volkswagen has a Recall
Check if your Audi has a Recall
Safety Recall
Code: 47N9
June 25, 2018
Safety Recall
Code: 47N6
June 20, 2018
Safety Recall
Code: 47N9
June 22, 2018
Safety Recalls 47N9 & 47N8 / Gas Bubbles in Brake System
June 22, 2018
Repair Available – Safety Recall 47N6 – Gas Bubbles in Rear Brake System
June 18, 2018
Status Update / Stop-Sale Code STP7 (USA ONLY)
June 15, 2018
MANDATORY STOP-SALE NOTICE – Code 47O1
Certain 2018MY Audi Q5 Vehicles in New Vehicle Inventory
June 01, 2018
MANDATORY STOP-SALE NOTICE – Code STP7
Certain 2018MY Volkswagen Vehicles in New Vehicle Inventory
May 25, 2018
Recall Acknowledgement
June 29, 2018
- Mixes well with conventional fluids
- Low-moisture formula provides excellent vapor lock protection
- Ideal for hydraulic and disc brakes
- Ideal for hydraulic and disc brakes
- Mixes well with conventional fluids
- Low-moisture formula provides excellent vapor lock protection
- Provides an extra margin of safety in extreme braking conditions (packaging may vary)
- Mix of polyglycol ethers ensures hot brake-system operation will not create dangerous vapor
- Excellent for ABS, disc and drum brake systems
- Delivers braking power when needed by avoiding a spongy pedal
- Both wet and dry boiling points exceed the minimum government standards
- Brake Fluid DOT 4 – Reliable Performance: STP Synthetic DOT 4 brake fluid is designed to help protect brake systems and support consistent braking performance in a wide range of driving conditions
- Brake Fluid DOT 4 Compatibility: This brake fluid DOT 4 formula works with ABS, disc, and drum systems and is suitable for vehicles requiring DOT 3 or DOT 4 specifications
- High-Temperature Protection: Advanced dot4 brake fluid formulation helps resist brake failure caused by vapor lock while maintaining performance under high heat conditions
- Break Fluid System Protection: This break fluid helps protect against corrosion and wear, supporting the longevity and reliability of key brake system components
- Suitable for Multiple Applications: Compatible with cars and trucks this versatile formula works with a wide range of brake fluids requirements
- Exceeds DOT 3 regulations: Formulated to meet or surpass DOT 3 requirements, ensuring consistent braking performance and dependable stopping power in all conditions
- Premium high boiling point: Helps prevent vapor lock and brake fade under extreme heat, maintaining safe and reliable braking even in demanding situations
- Full synthetic formula: Provides superior resistance to moisture absorption and corrosion, helping protect vital brake system components for long-lasting performance
- Superior protection and performance: Designed to deliver reliable braking under extreme temperatures while supporting the safety and efficiency of the braking system
- Recommended applications: Suitable for ABS, disc, and drum brake systems; surpasses SAE J1703, FMVSS 116, and ISO 4925 DOT 3 specifications
This product presentation was made with AAWP plugin.