Volkswagen vehicle's underbody heat shield may not be long enough to protect the right half-shaft grease boot from heat, potentially resulting in a grease leak.
The short version
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported a problem with the driveline driveshaft. Here is what owners need to know.
The vehicle's underbody heat shield may not be long enough to protect the right half-shaft grease boot from heat, potentially resulting in a grease leak.
If the leaking grease contacts a heated surface, such as the exhaust system and/or the diesel particulate filter (DPF), it could increase the risk of fire.
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft heat shield, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 17V-309.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2012–2014 | Volkswagen Passat |
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