VOLKSWAGEN 2013 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2013 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2013
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2013 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT vehicles due to electrical system:wiring issues. An electrical short can cause the electrical connectors of the sensor to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Passat vehicles equipped with TDI engines. Due to improperly assembled wire seals in a connector for an underbody sensor, water may enter and corrode the electrical connectors of the sensor, causing an electrical short.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An electrical short can cause the electrical connectors of the sensor to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connector, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in September. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 23T3.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026