NHTSA Recall 16V171000: Electrical system: wiring
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 91,442 vehicles. It affects 2012–2014 Volkswagen Passat.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V171000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 23T3 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | March 24, 2016 |
| Owner notification | September 15, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Passat vehicles equipped with TDI engines. Due to improperly assembled wire seals in a connector for an underbody sensor, water may enter and corrode the electrical connectors of the sensor, causing an electrical short.
Safety risk
An electrical short can cause the electrical connectors of the sensor to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connector, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in September. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23T3.
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 16V171000
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.