Transport CanadaCritical
2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSATTransport Canada Recall #2016132
The official notice
Defect
Certain vehicles may have been equipped with an underbody sensor containing an improperly assembled seal which could allow water to penetrate and corrode the electrical terminals. This could lead to an electrical short causing the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate in the vehicle and cause the circuit to overheat, increasing the risk of fire causing injury and/or damage to property.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the affected connector.
11,693 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 23T3Updated June 10, 2026