Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale

2013 Volkswagen Eos Recall

Volkswagen Eos Recall service at Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Avondale in Avondale, AZ

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Recall Summary

4 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Air Bags

FREE3 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 15V483000 · Reported Aug 4, 2015 · 420,000 vehicles affected

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010-2013 Eos, 2011-2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012-2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, debris may contaminate the air bag clock spring, a spiral wound, flat cable that keeps the air bag powered while the steering wheel is being turned. This contamination may tear the cable and result in a loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag.

Consequence

A loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag will prevent the air bag from deploying in the event of a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off. If the airbag light is on and the steering wheel clock spring requires replacement, dealers will install a new steering wheel clock spring. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987.

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Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions answered

What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2013 Volkswagen Eos?
  • NHTSA has issued four recalls for the 2013 Volkswagen Eos: three involving Air Bags and one involving Unknown Or Other.
  • The Air Bags recalls address a potentially damaged clock spring and driver’s frontal air bag inflators that may rupture or explode during deployment.
  • The Unknown Or Other recall concerns modifications that may prevent the vehicle from meeting applicable regulatory requirements.
How do I check if my 2013 Volkswagen Eos has an open recall?
  • You can check your 2013 Volkswagen Eos at NHTSA.gov or receive a free VIN check at our service department.
  • A VIN check identifies whether a recall applies to your specific vehicle and whether the manufacturer remedy remains open.
  • Use the schedule service page to request a convenient visit.
How much does a 2013 Volkswagen Eos recall repair cost?
  • A 2013 Volkswagen Eos recall repair costs nothing to the owner when completed by an authorized dealer.
  • Volkswagen specifies the remedy, and the authorized franchise dealer performs applicable safety recall repairs at no charge.
Can an independent shop fix a 2013 Volkswagen Eos recall?
  • No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer remedy for a 2013 Volkswagen Eos at no charge.
  • Factory-trained technicians use manufacturer diagnostic tools and the parts specified for the recall repair.
Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2013 Volkswagen Eos?
  • Buyers and dealers check recall status, so an open recall can affect how a 2013 Volkswagen Eos is evaluated for trade-in.
  • Use our trade-in page to begin the valuation process, and ask our team to check the VIN.

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