A low brake fluid level may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Fluid
Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Passat vehicles. Brake fluid may leak slowly from the some of the brake line connections, resulting in a low brake fluid level.

Actions

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake lines, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47N3.

Documents (12)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2017-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2017-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2017-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2017-4

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