The problem
The accelerator cable which leads from the transmission lever to the throttle housing may malfunction. Accelerator cable may have been bent during installation or during servicing of engine components. This could cause the steel band cable to bind and can result in delayed response during deceleration, high engine idle and hesitation during acceleration.
The fix
The accelerator cable will be replaced with a newly designed one. In addition, other components of the acceleration system will be checked, lubricated, and if necessary, replaced. This will be done without charge.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with fuel-injected gasolineengines and automatic transmissions.System: fuel system; accelerator cable.Consequences of defect: the ability to control engine speed could becomeimpaired with little or no warning. Loss of vehicle control and an accident mayresult.Note: any abnormal throttle control operation or irregular pedal operationshould be reported to dealer.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Volkswagen dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 81V012000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.