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09.13.2011
VOLKSWAGEN ANNOUNCES VOLUNTARY SAFETY RECALL OF 33,799 MY 2011-2012 JETTAS
Some sixth-generation Jetta sedans recalled because of accessory exhaust tips
Herndon, VA -
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announces a voluntary safety recall of 33,799 model year 2011 and 2012 Volkswagen Jettas.
The recall affects some sixth-generation Jetta sedans built between March of 2010 and August of 2011. On Jetta sedans built in this timeframe that are equipped with port- and dealer-installed Volkswagen accessory stainless-steel exhaust tips, there is a risk of injury because these tips extend beyond the factory-installed exhaust pipes.
Customers are asked to bring their vehicle to the dealership, where affected vehicles will be inspected and their stainless-steel exhaust tips will be replaced, if necessary.
Affected owners will be notified via first-class mail regarding the corrective measures and anticipated repair timeline.
Customers with questions or concerns should contact Volkswagen Customer CARE at 1-800-822-8987.
About Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. Volkswagen’s operations in the United States include research and development, parts and vehicle processing, parts distribution centers, sales, marketing and service offices, financial service centers, and its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Volkswagen is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the Beetle, Eos, Golf, GTI, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Passat, CC, Tiguan, Touareg and Routan through approximately 600 independent U.S. dealers. All 2012 Volkswagen models come standard-equipped with Electronic Stability Control. This is important because the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has called ESC the most effective new vehicle safety technology since the safety belt. Visit Volkswagen of America online at www.vw.com or media.vw.com to learn more.
The recall affects some sixth-generation Jetta sedans built between March of 2010 and August of 2011. On Jetta sedans built in this timeframe that are equipped with port- and dealer-installed Volkswagen accessory stainless-steel exhaust tips, there is a risk of injury because these tips extend beyond the factory-installed exhaust pipes.
Customers are asked to bring their vehicle to the dealership, where affected vehicles will be inspected and their stainless-steel exhaust tips will be replaced, if necessary.
Affected owners will be notified via first-class mail regarding the corrective measures and anticipated repair timeline.
Customers with questions or concerns should contact Volkswagen Customer CARE at 1-800-822-8987.
About Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. Volkswagen’s operations in the United States include research and development, parts and vehicle processing, parts distribution centers, sales, marketing and service offices, financial service centers, and its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Volkswagen is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the Beetle, Eos, Golf, GTI, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Passat, CC, Tiguan, Touareg and Routan through approximately 600 independent U.S. dealers. All 2012 Volkswagen models come standard-equipped with Electronic Stability Control. This is important because the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has called ESC the most effective new vehicle safety technology since the safety belt. Visit Volkswagen of America online at www.vw.com or media.vw.com to learn more.
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