Recall 06V470000: Potential Wiper Motor Failure

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Volkswagen/Passat 2006-2007

Volkswagen/Passat Wagon 2007

MANUFACTURER: Volkswagen of America, Inc.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V470000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: December 05, 2006

COMPONENT: Visibility: Windshield Wiper/Washer: Motor

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 57291

SUMMARY:
On certain "6" generation passenger vehicles, the wiper motor may fail during heavy rain due to excessive moisture entering the wiper motor. If this happens, the wipers can become inoperative.

CONSEQUENCE:
This could lead to reduced visibility increasing the risk of a crash without warning.

REMEDY:
Dealers will install a special cover and sealing kit. The recall began on January 12, 2007. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298.

NOTES:
Volkswagen recall No. P6. Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.