NHTSA Recall 19V679000: Unknown or other
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 113 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Volkswagen Beetle.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V679000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 01D7 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Report received | September 25, 2019 |
| Owner notification | November 6, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2008-2010 Beetle, and Beetle Convertible vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Safety risk
If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329.
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 19V679000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Beetle | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013 |
| Volkswagen Beetle Convertible | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013 |
| Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen | 2015 |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2019 |
| Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid | 2013 |
| Volkswagen Passat | 2017 |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | 2018 |
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.