VW Caddy recall: Brake line bolted connection
- What's wrong
- On Caddy vehicles of a limited production period a fault when tightening the rear left brake line can cause leaks from the brake hose connection. A leak can lead to a gradual loss of brake fluid. The resulting too low brake fluid level is shown…
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. The affected rear left brake line bolted connection at the connection to the brake hose must be checked and modified.
What’s wrong
On Caddy vehicles of a limited production period a fault when tightening the rear left brake line can cause leaks from the brake hose connection. A leak can lead to a gradual loss of brake fluid. The resulting too low brake fluid level is shown with the illumination of a warning lamp or display in instrument cluster. The loss of brake fluid level can adversely affect the braking performance.
The fix
The affected rear left brake line bolted connection at the connection to the brake hose must be checked and modified.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caddy | 6 Aug 2024 | 9 Aug 2024 | 112 |
| Caddy | 6 Aug 2024 | 9 Aug 2024 | 5 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 4 September 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.