Volkswagen Group of America – Brake Fluid Leak may Reduce Braking Power

Volkswagen Group of America (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.


Report Received Date 02/08/2017
NHTSA ID 17V075000
Consequence Summary A low brake fluid level may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code 47N3
Potentially Affected 1007
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V075000)