Volkswagen recalls certain ‘Polo’ passenger vehicles

March 20, 2019

A voluntary recall is being carried out by Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited, on certain Volkswagen Polo passenger vehicles. The vehicles affected were produced between 2016 and 2018.

Volkswagen has identified a safety issue, whereby, it is possible that on affected vehicles with a rear drum brake, that operational wear of the brake lining and use-related settlement of the drum brake may result in inadequate and ineffective parking brake function.

Approximately 2000 vehicle owners In the Republic of Ireland are affected by this recall campaign. Vehicle owners will be contacted directly by Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited and will be asked to bring their vehicles to an authorised repairer where necessary repairs will be carried out.

What to do

If you believe that your vehicle may be impacted by this recall campaign, then you can contact Volkswagen Customer Care on 1850 81 2761, or alternatively, speak to your local Volkswagen Retailer for further information.

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