The problem
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.
The risk
If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-679 (19V679000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 01D7 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Unknown or other |
| Report date | September 25, 2019 |
| Owners notified | November 6, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 113 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2008 Volkswagen Beetle
- 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
- 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
- 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
- 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
- 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
- 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2015 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2019 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid
- 2017 Volkswagen Passat
- 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
Owner complaints about the other / not specified
- 2008 Volkswagen Beetle other problems 8
- 2009 Volkswagen Beetle other problems 4
- 2010 Volkswagen Beetle other problems 5
- 2012 Volkswagen Beetle other problems 6
- 2013 Volkswagen Beetle other problems 12
- 2015 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen other problems 12
- 2007 Volkswagen Jetta other problems 8
- 2008 Volkswagen Jetta other problems 11
- 2009 Volkswagen Jetta other problems 34
- 2011 Volkswagen Jetta other problems 65
- 2012 Volkswagen Jetta other problems 107
- 2013 Volkswagen Jetta other problems 98
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-679 repair free?
Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 113 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.