How do I check my VW TSB?
To find a TSB, go to NTHSA’s Safety Issues & Recalls page. Type in either your vehicle’s unique 17-character vehicle identification number or its year, make, and model. The site will display recalls, investigations, and complaints.
What is S mode in VW?
“S” is Sport–the transmission shifts up at the redline and down when required to maximize performance. You can also move the shifter into the “+/-” gate–this puts the transmission into manual mode and you choose when and to what to shift to by using either the stick or the paddles….
What happens if you buy a 2012 VW Passat?
To settle the lawsuit, Volkswagen agreed to give car owners a choice: 1) VW would modify their cars to improve emissions, plus give them a cash payment; or 2) VW would buy back their cars. If you got the engine modification for your 2012, 2013, or 2014 Passat 2.0L TDI, here’s what you need to know.
How do I get my VW Passat back?
Call 1‑844‑98‑CLAIM by the date in the letter you get from VW to select the buyback or early lease termination. If you decide you still want the modification, wait until you hear from Volkswagen that the software update is available to fix the problem Volkswagen has reported. Here are answers to questions Passat owners may have.
When do I get the software update on my VW Passat?
Once you get the notice from VW, you can call your dealer to make an appointment for the software update or you can get the update when you bring your Passat in for any kind of service. But until you get the software update, keep your speed to under 80 mph.
What should I do if the warning light comes on on my VW Passat?
If the warning light comes on, visit your Volkswagen dealer as soon as possible. VW will turn the light off for free. Until you visit the dealer, don’t drive over 80 miles per hour. What should Passat owners do if the warning light hasn’t come on? For now, don’t drive over 80 miles per hour. How does Volkswagen plan to address this problem?