REC-001395

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2016–2018 VOLKSWAGEN T6

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 12 August 2019

Defect

On short wheelbase T6 vehicles with an electric rear lid and electric sliding doors, water may get into the vehicle interior and run onto the control unit for the electric doors.

Hazard

An incomplete short-circuit with local heat damage may occur. If air is supplied through open windows, doors or sliding roof, the heat damage can develop into a fire.

Remedy

Volkswagen will contact affected consumers to organise repairs of affected vehicles, free of charge. Owners of affected vehicles can also contact the Volkswagen Recall Campaign Hotline on 1800 504 076 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am-8pm AEST) or visit https://www.volkswagen.com.au/app/locals/find-dealer to arrange a repair.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-001395