VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE (2019) recall — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tenneco recalls certain aftermarket brake master cylinders for 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetles due to potential brake fluid leaks that could reduce braking ability.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If there is a brake fluid leak, it can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Tenneco is recalling aftermarket brake master cylinders for 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetles. These parts may leak brake fluid, which could reduce braking ability and increase crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224480-volkswagen-beetle-2019-brake-fluid-leak-risk-recall.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224480-volkswagen-beetle-2019-brake-fluid-leak-risk-recall · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #20E064000
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“Volkswagen Beetle 2019: Brake Fluid Leak Risk - Recall.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224480-volkswagen-beetle-2019-brake-fluid-leak-risk-recall. Based on NHTSA recall #20E064000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20E064000).
Why it’s dangerous
The fluid seal on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart. This can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetles with aftermarket or replacement brake master cylinders part number 072-9831 are affected. Drivers using these parts are at risk of reduced braking ability.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for brake master cylinders with part number 072-9831 sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetles.
- Brand
Tenneco- Category
Vehicle
What to do — step by step
Contact Customer Service
Call Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319 to confirm if your master cylinder is affected.
Exchange Master Cylinder
If affected, exchange your master cylinder for a new one (part number 072-9990) at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The fluid seal on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.
How do I know if my master cylinder is affected?
Check for brake master cylinders with part number 072-9831 sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetles.
What should I do if I have the affected part?
Exchange your master cylinder for a new one (part number 072-9990) at no cost by contacting Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319.
Contact Tenneco
We’ve drafted a message you can send Tenneco to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 20E064000 — Tenneco Tenneco Hello, I own a Tenneco that is covered by recall 20E064000 from Tenneco. The official recall notice states: Beck/Arnley will notify the distributors that sold the master cylinders and will work with the distributors to notify the end users. Affected master cylinders will be exchanged for a new master cylinder (part number 072-9990), free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Tenneco customer service at 1-800-625-9319. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #20E064000 (September 23, 2020)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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