Volkswagen Issues Massive Global Recall For Brake System Update

German auto major Volkswagen has issued a massive global recall over brake system software issue.

By Sukesh

German auto major Volkswagen has issued a massive global recall over brake system software issue.

Volkswagen has recalled 7,66,000 vehicles of its passenger car brands around the world to update the software of the braking control system.

Volkswagen Issues Massive Global Recall For Brake System Update

In the affected vehicles, the braking control system might not perform correctly in certain driving conditions. When a driver oversteers, understeers or slams on the brake, the system is prone to malfunction.

Volkswagen has recalled 2,88,000 Volkswagen brand cars in Germany. With the Audi and Skoda brands included the total tally goes up to 3,85,000 vehicles.

Volkswagen Issues Massive Global Recall For Brake System Update

DriveSpark Thinks!

Volkswagen which was hit by diesel scam and already issued several recalls around the world. And this is another massive recall from the automaker. The braking system of a vehicle is a critical component, and a faulty braking system may lead to an accident.

Article Published On: Friday, July 7, 2017, 14:11 [IST]
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