VOLKSWAGEN 2014 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2014 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
Brand
VOLKSWAGEN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2014
Volkswagen of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2014 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT vehicles due to power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines issues. The leaking transmission fluid could contact a hot surface and result in a vehicle fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Volkswagen of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, and Passat vehicles equipped with a 1.8T engine and torque converter automatic transmission. In the affected vehicles, the O-ring seals between the oil cooler and the transmission may leak fluid.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The leaking transmission fluid could contact a hot surface and result in a vehicle fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the O-ring seals in the transmission oil cooler, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38B9/9V.
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