According to the Volkswagen Group of America the company is recalling approximately 168000 Volkswagens and Audis with TDI engines due to a fire hazard. The recall consists of 2009 through 2012 Jettas and Jetta SportWagens the 2010 through 2012 Volkswagen Golf and the 2010 through 2012 Audi A3s. The group has discovered a possible leak in the fuel line increasing the risk of fire. The Volkswagen Group can be contacted at (248) 754-5000.
Commentary
I find it interesting the company is describing the recall as voluntary as federal regulations require a manufacturer to disclose their intentions of a recall to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration when a safety risk is determined. Civil remedies are available for manufacturers when they refuse to notify the administration or recall the product.
When a corporation issues a recall of this magnitude consumers should take caution and have their vehicles repaired. Liability can be mitigated by issuing a recall but it will not prevent injuries from defective products.
Texas Product Liability Attorney Michael Grossman
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