NHTSA Recall 19V389000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 662,185 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volkswagen Atlas.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V389000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 94L9 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | May 22, 2019 |
| Owner notification | July 16, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Volkswagen Passat and 2018-2019 Atlas vehicles. The blocking cap disabling the adjustment of the headlight's horizontal aim may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Without the blocking cap, the headlight aim can be adjusted out of specification, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, block the headlight horizontal adjustment, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94L9.
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 19V389000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Atlas | 2018, 2019 |
| Volkswagen Passat | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
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.