Volkswagen · United States · Crit
Volkswagen Passat, Beetle +1 more: Power train — cooling unit and lines
Affects Volkswagen Passat, Beetle, Jetta · 2014 — about 26K vehicles.
The hazard
The leaking transmission fluid could contact a hot surface and result in a vehicle fire.
What to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the O-ring seals in the transmission oil cooler, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38B9/9V.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational