Passat Sedan L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY) (2007)
Wiper Motor: Recalls
Recall 06V470000: Potential Wiper Motor Failure
MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:
Volkswagen/Passat 2006-2007
Volkswagen/Passat Wagon 2007
MANUFACTURER: Volkswagen of America, Inc.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V470000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: December 05, 2006
COMPONENT: Visibility: Windshield Wiper/Washer: Motor
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 57291
SUMMARY:
On certain "6" generation passenger vehicles, the wiper motor may fail during heavy rain due to excessive moisture entering the wiper motor. If this
happens, the wipers can become inoperative.
CONSEQUENCE:
This could lead to reduced visibility increasing the risk of a crash without warning.
REMEDY:
Dealers will install a special cover and sealing kit. The recall began on January 12, 2007. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298.
NOTES:
Volkswagen recall No. P6. Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at
1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.