VW recall: Too little torque may be provided by the engine at low engine speeds
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Too little torque may be provided by the engine at low engine speeds.
- What to do
- Contact a VW dealer to book the free repair. On the affected vehicles the software of the engine control unit must be updated.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Too little torque may be provided by the engine at low engine speeds.
The fix
On the affected vehicles the software of the engine control unit must be updated.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passat | 9 Oct 2018 | 28 May 2019 | 373 |
| Touran | 9 Oct 2018 | 28 May 2019 | 373 |
| Arteon | 9 Oct 2018 | 28 May 2019 | 373 |
| Tiguan | 9 Oct 2018 | 28 May 2019 | 373 |
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 9 August 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.