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HighNHTSA·11E036000·Announced 2011-09-08

Volkswagen Recalls Jetta Exhaust Tips Due to Burn Risk

Volkswagen is recalling certain stainless steel exhaust tips for 2011-2012 Jetta sedans because they may extend beyond factory length, posing a burn hazard if they contact a person's leg.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (burn injury) where no specific injuries or illnesses have been reported in the source text, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Volkswagen of America, Inc. is recalling certain stainless steel exhaust tips, part number 1K0 071 910 U, sold as accessory equipment for use on model year 2011-2012 Jetta sedan vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured from March 18, 2010, through August 22, 2011. The recall involves 99,322 units.

The defect is that these exhaust tips may extend beyond the original length of the factory-installed exhaust pipes. It is possible for inadvertent contact to occur with a person's leg. If the tailpipe extension is hot during this contact, a burn could occur.

Dealers will inspect and replace the stainless steel exhaust tips as necessary free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during November 2011. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Manufacturer
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
Category
Vehicle — Exhaust System
Hazard
Affected units
99,322

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • JETTA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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