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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 09V164📅 May 18, 2009

2006–2009 Volkswagen Jetta recall: powertrain & transmission

⚠️ What's wrong

Volkswagen is recalling 25,594 my 2006-2009 Jetta 5TH generation equipped with 2.01 engine. The fastening screw contact surfaces on the driveshaft cover plate may not have been manufactured to factory specifications. Some screws may not have been torqued properly during assembly and could loosen over time, causing a knocking sound when the vehicle is in motion. The driveshaft screws could loosen to the point where the driveshaft detaches from the gearbox.

💥 The risk

If the vehicle is moving when this happens, the detached driveshaft could cause damage the gearbox housing. A damage gearbox housing could leak gearbox oil onto the street and create a risk of a vehicle crash for both the driver and other motorists.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect the driveshaft screws and replace the screws free of charge. The recall began on june 24, 2009. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
09V164000
Manufacturer recall #
40J2/S4
Manufacturer
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
Vehicles affected
25,594
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Owner phone
1-800-822-8987
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 30, 2009
Built
Jun 15, 2005 – Nov 29, 2008
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Volkswagen recall no. 40J2/S4.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 09V164 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 09V164?

2006–2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 25,594 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Volkswagen dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-822-8987.