The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·20V359000·Announced 2020-06-17

Volkswagen Recalls 2020 Jetta for Loose Front Brake Caliper Bolts

Volkswagen is recalling one 2020 Jetta because front brake caliper bolts may come loose, potentially affecting brake performance and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that may affect brake performance and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling one 2020 Volkswagen Jetta vehicle. The recall addresses a defect where the front brake caliper bolts may come loose. This issue is classified under service brakes, hydraulic foundation components, specifically the disc caliper.

If a brake caliper bolt comes loose, it may affect the vehicle's brake performance, which increases the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text, but the potential for reduced braking capability presents a safety hazard.

Volkswagen will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace all four front brake caliper bolts free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47Q2.

The recalled product

Product
VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
1

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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