1994 Volkswagen Passat Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1994 Volkswagen Passat. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 95V178000Sep 20, 199534,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Fan
  Covers: Volkswagen Passat 1993–1995, Jetta 1993–1995, Corrado 1993–1995 +1 more

  Reported issue: Improper material was used in manufacturing the radiator fan motor shaft causing the shaft to wear and become noisy.

  Possible consequence: A worn and noisy fan motor shaft can seize renderingthe fan motor inoperative, eventually causing the engine to overheat and stall. A stalled vehicle in traffic can increase the potential for a vehicle accident.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the complete cooling fan assembly on vehicle having the potential shaft material problem. Dealers will install a new fan blade including a new lock nut on vehicle with loose fan blade lock nuts.

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