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Volkswagen Recall : Master Cylinder Has Insufficient Fluid Seal Crimp
2005 Volkswagen Jetta
If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Master Cylinder
- Summary
- 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.
- Actions
- 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.
- Documents (11)
- Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2020-4
- Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-1
- Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-2
- Recall Acknowledgement
- Recall 573 Report - Amendment 1
- Defect Notice 573 Report
- Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
- ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
- Remedy Instructions and TSB
- Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2021-3
- Recall Quarterly Report #5, 2021-4
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