Vehicle speed control Volkswagen recall

The problem

The venturi tube located in the throttle valve housing can become loose and fall against the throttle plate.

The risk

The venturi tube can partially block the throttle plateand prevent it from returning to its full idle position, resulting in unwantedengine speed when the vehicle is placed in a forward or reverse gear.

The fix

Replace the press-fit venturi tube with a thread type tube.

Contacts

System: fuel: throttle valve housing.Vehicle description: passenger cars with 16 valve engines and californiaemission control systems.

What to do

1. 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.
2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Volkswagen dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 92V131000.
3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.