23T3 – Connector Seal – 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat TDI

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SUMMARY:

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Passat vehicles equipped with TDI engines.

Due to improperly assembled wire seals in a connector for an underbody sensor, water may enter and corrode the electrical connectors of the sensor, causing an electrical short.

 

CONSEQUENCE:

An electrical short can cause the electrical connectors of the sensor to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

 

REMEDY:

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connector, replacing it as necessary, free of charge.

The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.

Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 23T3.

 

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.

 

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