Volkswagen Recall 20V-359: Service brakes, hydraulic – caliper

Affected: 2020 Volkswagen Jetta. Filed with NHTSA on June 17, 2020, covering about 1 vehicles.

The problem

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling one 2020 Jetta vehicle. The front brake caliper bolts may come loose.

The risk

If a brake caliper bolt comes loose, it may affect the vehicle's brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Volkswagen will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace all four front brake caliper bolts, free of charge. The recall began July 1, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47Q2.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign20V-359 (20V359000)
Manufacturer number47Q2
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
ComponentService brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
Report dateJune 17, 2020
Owners notifiedJuly 1, 2020
Vehicles affected1
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the brakes

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 20V-359 repair free?

Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Volkswagen will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace all four front brake caliper bolts, free of charge. The recall began July 1, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47Q2.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1 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.