Recall 21V695 affects 99 2021 Volkswagen Arteon vehicles for a loose brake-booster pressure input rod. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Volkswagen is recalling 99 2021 Arteon vehicles because the pressure input rod connection on the brake booster can loosen and detach. If it detaches, the brake pedal will fail, increasing crash risk; Volkswagen dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The electric brake booster on the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon is the assist unit in the brake system. It helps turn the force from your foot on the brake pedal into stronger braking pressure, so the car stops with less pedal effort. A pressure input rod connects the pedal input to that booster.
On affected Arteons, the screw connection on that rod was not tightened to the required torque during assembly. That weakens the self-locking feature of the connection. Over the vehicle's service life, the rod can loosen and detach from the brake booster, leaving the brake pedal input disconnected from the assist unit.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recalled part is not different by design; the problem is the incorrect torque on the existing brake booster connection.
Who's affected?
Both listed brake components point to the same electric brake booster part.
| 2021 Volkswagen Arteon | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2021 Volkswagen Arteon | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 99 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the pressure input rod detaches, the brake pedal fails, which increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 Volkswagen Arteon is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the free pressure input rod connection tightening that keeps the brake booster linked to the brake pedal.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. Reference recall number 21V695 and Volkswagen recall 47R3 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and leave extra following distance because brake pedal failure increases crash risk.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volkswagen technician tightens the pressure input rod connection on the brake booster so the connection stays secured. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered. Repairs you already paid for are handled through the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, not through a separate reimbursement plan, because the affected vehicles are still within that warranty period. Ask the service desk how the warranty applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| September 8, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 28, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 5, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| November 5, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 5, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V695?
Recall 21V695 covers 99 2021 Volkswagen Arteon vehicles with a brake booster pressure input rod connection that is loose enough to detach. If it detaches, the brake pedal will fail and crash risk increases. Volkswagen dealers will tighten the connection for free.
What should I do if my 2021 Volkswagen Arteon is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Arteon is included in recall 21V695. If it is, contact a franchised Volkswagen dealer to schedule the brake booster pressure input rod repair. Reference recall number 21V695 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Volkswagen will tighten the pressure input rod connection free of charge at any franchised Volkswagen dealer.
Is it safe to drive my 2021 Volkswagen Arteon before the recall repair?
This recall does not include a do-not-drive instruction, but the brake defect is serious. A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail. Check your VIN, schedule the free dealer repair, and ask Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 if you need guidance before the appointment.
What if I bought my Volkswagen Arteon used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If Volkswagen never mailed you the September 28, 2021 owner letter, check your VIN and reference recall number 21V695 when you call a franchised Volkswagen dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V695000 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen customer service | 1-800-893-5298 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V695 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V695000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (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 Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →