VW Passat, Arteon, Golf recall: The bolted connection of the pull rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal could come loose
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The bolted connection of the pull rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal may come loose resulting in a loss of all service braking ability.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. Vehicles are not to be driven and the bolted connection of the input rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal must be checked and if necessary retightened
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The bolted connection of the pull rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal may come loose resulting in a loss of all service braking ability.
The fix
Vehicles are not to be driven and the bolted connection of the input rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal must be checked and if necessary retightened
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passat | 13 Jan 2019 | 20 May 2021 | 145 |
| Arteon | 13 Jan 2019 | 20 May 2021 | 145 |
| Golf | 13 Jan 2019 | 20 May 2021 | 145 |
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 10 September 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.