Component recorded by NHTSA
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder
Campaign summary
Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.
Consequence
If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy in the source record
Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.
Confirm current remedy eligibility, parts availability, and completion status with NHTSA, the manufacturer, or an authorized dealer.
Catalog coverage
Vehicle pages represented here
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| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Volkswagen | Beetle |
| 2013 | Volkswagen | Beetle |
| 2014 | Volkswagen | Beetle |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Beetle |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Beetle |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Beetle |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Beetle |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Beetle |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2005 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2006 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2007 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2008 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2009 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2010 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2011 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2012 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2013 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2014 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Jetta |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | Jetta |