CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen Atlas, 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen, and 2019 Volkswagen Jetta vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture.
- Risk
- If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J2/42J3.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain rear axle coil springs may prematurely fracture while the vehicle is being driven. If a spring breaks, it can damage a rear tire, which may cause a loss of vehicle control and raise the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs at no charge. Owners can contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 for more information. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volkswagen Atlas | 20182019 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf | 2015 |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 2019 |