NHTSA Recall 11V466000: Exhaust system (engine and engine cooling)
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 30,294 vehicles. It affects 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V466000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Report received | September 7, 2011 |
| Owner notification | November 30, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 jetta sedan vehicles manufactured from march 18, 2010, through august 22, 2011. Some vehicles had a stainless steel exhaust tip installed at the port during importation. These exhaust tips may extend beyond the original length of the factory-installed exhaust pipes. It is possible for inadvertent contact to occur with a person's leg.
Safety risk
If the tailpipe extension is hot during inadvertent contact, a burn could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the stainless steel exhaust tips as necessary free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during november 2011. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Notes
Volkswagen's safety recall number is 26g8/u3.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V466000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Jetta | 2011 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.