CarRecallWatch- Component
- WHEELS
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Jetta GLI, Golf Alltrack, and Golf GTI vehicles. The front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined, potentially causing excessive stress on the wheel, wheel bolts, or wheel bearings.
- Risk
- The excessive stress can cause steering, traction or other stability issues or breakage relating to the front wheels, and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will replace the wheel bearing assemblies, wheels, and wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40P1. Note: The affected owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repairs have been made.
- 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
Some front wheel bearings may have been improperly machined at the factory. This can place excessive stress on the front wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel bearings, which may lead to steering, traction, or other stability problems, or to breakage of front wheel parts. Either outcome can increase the risk of a crash.
Owners are advised not to drive the affected vehicle until the repair has been made. Volkswagen will replace the wheel bearing assemblies, wheels, and wheel bolts free of charge at an authorized dealer. Owners can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and reference recall number 40P1. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volkswagen Golf | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf Alltrack | 2019 |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 2019 |