NHTSA Recall 14V125000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
Volkswagen of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 150,201 vehicles. It affects 2012–2013 Volkswagen Passat.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V125000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 94G8/7V |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | March 17, 2014 |
| Owner notification | May 13, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Passat vehicles manufactured January 2011 through November 2012. In the affected vehicles, the low beam headlight bulb may become loose and lose electrical contact.
Safety risk
A loss of low beam headlights may reduce the driver's visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen notified owners, and dealers will replace the bulb holder, free of charge. The recall began in May 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagens recall number associated with this campaign is 94G8/7V.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V125000
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.