Issue ID | 1309675 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10896512 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | PASSAT |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 12/06/16 |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Headlamp assembly connectors on driver side are causing the low beam headlight to disconnect and not turn on bulb. Have replaced numerous headlamps, none were burnt out. After having the vehicle looked at several times, it was determined the headlight assembly may become loose and lose electrical contact. Called vw and they refused to fix because my vin was not listed on the recall # 94g8/7v, nhtsa campaign number 14v125000. Vw stated my car was tested (although they couldn't say when, i have never had it inspected) and the issue was not present in my vehicle, although it is now. The problem expressed on the recall is exactly what is happening with the car causing a safety concern because the headlight does not come on. Request the investigation is broadened to include more vehicles that may be presenting the problem after initial inspection. The problem occurs intermittently whether it is in motion or parked in a garage overnight. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 70000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | SPARTA, WI |
VIN pattern | 1VWAP7A37DCXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 25 |
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