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Recall Alert: 2011-2015 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid

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Vehicles Affected: Approximately 825 model-year 2011-15 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid SUVs manufactured between March 20, 2010, and April 11, 2015

The Problem: The hybrid battery tray may not drain water sufficiently; if water collects in the tray, it may cause an electrical short in the high-voltage battery, increasing the risk of a fire.

The Fix: Dealers will install a fitted drain valve to allow water to drain properly for free.

What Owners Should Do: Volkswagen will begin notifying owners late this month. Owners can call the automaker at 800-893-5298, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or go to www.safercar.gov for more info.

Need to Find a Dealer for Service? Go to Cars.com Service & Repair to find your local dealer.

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