Recall 11V-059: Webasto Hollandia 600, Webasto Hollandia 700 and 1 more
BENEFIT AUTO SERV. CORP. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jan 31, 2011, covering about 2,900 vehicles.
The problem
Webasto product north america, inc. (Webasto) is recalling certain hollandia 700 and 600 series and hollandia tvs 900 series sunroofs installed as original equipment by benefit auto serv. Corp. On various passenger vehicles. The adhesive bond between the glass and the metal frame can debond increasing the risk that the sunroof glass would separate from the vehicle. Complete glass-to-frame debonding can develop gradually and may be evidenced by metal corrosion around the sunroof frame, wind noise, vibration, visual bond separation and/or water leakage.
The risk
In the event of a separation, the falling glass could create a road hazard or strike a trailing vehicle, and cause a crash.
The fix
Webasto, the manufacturer of the sunroofs, will be performing the safety recall campaign. Owners who have been identified as having an affected sunroof installed in their vehicle will receive a safety recall notice from webasto. The safety recall began on october 8, 2010. In order to determine if your vehicle is affected, please review the list of vehicles provided to us bybenefit auto serv. Corp. By clicking on the hyperlink <a href=http://www-odi.NHTSA.DOT.gov/acms/docservlet/artemis/public/recalls/2011/V/rcorrd-11v059-7676.pdf>affected vehicle list</a> or you may visit webasto's website at <a href=http://www.sunroofcheck.com> www.sunroofcheck.com</a>. You can also call webasto toll-free at 1-888-749-8632.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BENEFIT AUTO SERV. CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V059000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Webasto Hollandia 600 | — | All years |
| Webasto Hollandia 700 | — | All years |
| Webasto Hollandia TVS 900 | — | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V-059?
Webasto product north america, inc. (Webasto) is recalling certain hollandia 700 and 600 series and hollandia tvs 900 series sunroofs installed as original equipment by benefit auto serv. Corp. On various passenger vehicles. The adhesive bond between the glass and the metal frame can debond increasing the risk that the sunroof glass would separate from the vehicle. Complete glass-to-frame debonding can develop gradually and may be evidenced by metal corrosion around the sunroof frame, wind noise, vibration, visual bond separation and/or water leakage.
How is recall 11V-059 fixed?
Webasto, the manufacturer of the sunroofs, will be performing the safety recall campaign. Owners who have been identified as having an affected sunroof installed in their vehicle will receive a safety recall notice from webasto. The safety recall began on october 8, 2010. In order to determine if your vehicle is affected, please review the list of vehicles provided to us bybenefit auto serv. Corp. By clicking on the hyperlink affected vehicle list or you may visit webasto's website at www.sunroofcheck.com. You can also call webasto toll-free at 1-888-749-8632.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.