Recall 20V135 affects 732 2019 Volkswagen Arteon vehicles for an incorrectly installed brake booster pressure rod. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Volkswagen is recalling 732 2019 Arteon vehicles because the electronic brake booster pressure input rod was installed incorrectly. The defect can require more force at the brake pedal or disconnect the input rod, affecting braking and increasing crash risk; Volkswagen dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The electronic brake booster on the 2019 Volkswagen Arteon helps turn brake pedal pressure into hydraulic braking force. The pressure input rod is the link between the brake pedal and that booster. When you press the pedal, the rod moves the booster so the brake system can build pressure at the wheels.
On affected Arteons, that input rod was installed incorrectly during manufacturing. The rod can sit out of position, so pedal force is not transferred to the booster the way the brake system was designed. That can make the brake pedal require more force, or leave the input rod disconnected from the booster.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is the way the rod was installed, not a wear item that gives the driver a noise, light, or gradual change before the brake pedal performance is affected.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Volkswagen Arteon | brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 732 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019 Volkswagen Arteon is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A brake booster mounting problem can make the pedal harder to press or disconnect the input rod, which affects braking and increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign listed before this braking problem, so schedule the repair soon and use extra care until it is fixed. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Volkswagen Arteon is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the free brake-booster inspection; the dealer will correct the pressure-rod mounting or replace the electronic brake booster if needed.
- Bring the recall notice if Volkswagen mailed one, or reference recall number 20V135 when you call.
- Call Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 with recall questions.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking when traffic allows.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volkswagen technician inspects the electronic brake booster pressure input rod. If the rod is mounted incorrectly, the technician corrects the mounting. If the inspection shows the booster itself needs replacement, the technician replaces the electronic brake booster and mounts the pressure rod correctly. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Volkswagen is not offering reimbursement for this campaign.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| March 6, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 3, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 5, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| May 5, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 5, 2020 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 5, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V135?
Recall 20V135 covers 732 2019 Volkswagen Arteon vehicles with an electronic brake booster pressure input rod that was installed incorrectly. The defect affects braking by increasing brake-pedal force or disconnecting the input rod, raising crash risk. Volkswagen dealers will inspect and repair it for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Volkswagen Arteon is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Arteon is included in recall 20V135. If it is, contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the brake booster inspection and repair. Reference Volkswagen recall number 47P8 when you call. The recall began April 3, 2020.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires Volkswagen to perform this recall repair at no cost. A franchised Volkswagen dealer will inspect the brake booster pressure rod and either correct the mounting or replace the electronic brake booster and pressure rod mounting for free.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking performance. An incorrectly installed electronic brake booster pressure input rod increases brake-pedal force or disconnects from the booster, which affects braking and raises crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair.
What if I bought my Volkswagen Arteon used?
The free repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2019 Volkswagen Arteon is included, then call a franchised Volkswagen dealer and reference recall 20V135 or Volkswagen recall number 47P8.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V135000 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen customer service | 1-800-893-5298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V135 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V135000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →