VW Passat and Arteon recall: The positive battery cable and the control unit cable may have been mixed up
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The positive battery cable and the cable to the control unit for battery monitoring on the main fuse box in the boot may have been mixed up.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. Inspect the two connected cables on the main fuse box and if necessary swap them into the correct positions.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The positive battery cable and the cable to the control unit for battery monitoring on the main fuse box in the boot may have been mixed up.
The fix
Inspect the two connected cables on the main fuse box and if necessary swap them into the correct positions.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passat | 12 Dec 2020 | 18 Feb 2021 | 243 |
| Arteon | 12 Dec 2020 | 18 Feb 2021 | 243 |
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 8 April 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.