VW Passat, Golf, Touran recall: Head restraint may be insecure
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On a limited production period a burr may have developed on the locking bar of the head restraint guide.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles the left head restraint guide on both front seats must be replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On a limited production period a burr may have developed on the locking bar of the head restraint guide.
The fix
On affected vehicles the left head restraint guide on both front seats must be replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passat | 14 Feb 2018 | 31 Mar 2018 | 2,881 |
| Golf | 14 Feb 2018 | 31 Mar 2018 | 2,881 |
| Touran | 14 Feb 2018 | 31 Mar 2018 | 2,881 |
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 11 May 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.