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An official DVSA notice concerns VW - Gearbox prop shaft may detach. Gearbox prop shaft may detach Published 2014-12-29.
What to do now
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replaced the balance weight on the prop shaft.
Units affected
994
Recall number
R-2015-001
Official notice
2014-12-29
The hazard
The hazard
Gearbox prop shaft may detach
How to check if you're affected
How to check if you're affected
Compare the VIN on your vehicle against the official list. If your VIN is listed, follow the official notice.
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The source does not list specific retailers. See the official notice for where affected products were sold.
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Company & contacts
Company & contacts
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Phone
Brand: VW. Contact: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
Source & status
Source & status
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Documents, notices & source
See the official notice and source documents for full details.
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