Volkswagen Passat, Atlas: Exterior lighting — headlights

Affects Volkswagen Passat, Atlas · 2012–2020 — about 662K vehicles.

The hazard

Without the blocking cap, the headlight aim can be adjusted out of specification, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, block the headlight horizontal adjustment, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 94L9.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational