Reason for recall: The headlamp switch may overheat and result in headlamp failure.
When was it announced?
Unknown
What action are Volkswagen taking?
Recall the affected vehicles for the fitting of a cable harness with control relay. In addition the light switch is to be replaced on Passat and Golf Ecomatic models as appropriate.
Does this affect your Passat?
This issue affects Golf GTi/Passat, this particular recall is for the Passat.