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VW recalls 56,000 cars, SUVs because rear springs could break

Volkswagen is recalling over 56,000 cars and SUVs in the U.S. because the rear coil springs can break without warning and cause people to lose control of their vehicles.

The recall covers:

  • Certain 2015 through 2019 Golf hatchbacks
  • The 2017 through 2019 Golf Sportwagen
  • The 2019 Jetta sedan 
  • The 2018 and 2019 Tiguan SUV

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says in documents posted Thursday that a broken spring can damage a tire or become a road hazard. The documents didn't mention any crashes or injuries.

The safety agency says a parts maker used the wrong material or manufacturing process to make the springs.

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