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Volkswagen - Loss of vehicle control from loose tie rod bolt
Official notice
13 Aug 2025
Last checked
13 Aug 2025
An official NHTSA notice concerns Volkswagen - Loss of vehicle control from loose tie rod bolt. A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash. Published 2025-08-13.
What to do now
Dealers will replace the affected tie rod bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed september 5, 2025. Owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42e7.
Units affected
15
Recall number
42E7
Official notice
2025-08-13
The hazard
The hazard
A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
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Brand: Volkswagen. Contact: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc..
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