Which cars are fitted with an EA189 engine?

Volkswagen has today announced an 'action plan' to recall cars affected by the recent emissions scandal. 

Affected owners are set to be informed if their car - so far restrcited to cars powered by an EA189 diesel engine - is affected by the issue. The firm reiterates at all cars are technically safe and roadworthy. The cars have a 2.0-litre EU5 diesel engine produced from 2009.

The plan then calls for Volkswagen and the other Group brands to present the technical solutions and measures to the responsible authorities in October. Volkswagen will also launch a dedicated website to keep owners updated as to the progress of the recall.

Ask HJ: How do I check my car to see if it has an EA189 diesel engine? 

The list of models fitted with an EA189 diesel engine includes:

Volkswagen

• Volkswagen Beetle
• Volkswagen CC
• Volkswagen Eos
• Volkswagen Golf
• Volkswagen Jetta
• Volkswagen Passat
• Volkswagen Scirocco
• Volkswagen Sharan
• Volkswagen Tiguan
• Volkswagen Touran

Audi

• Audi A1
• Audi A3
• Audi A4
• Audi A5
• Audi A6
• Audi Q3
• Audi Q5
• Audi TT

Skoda 

• Skoda Octavia
• Skoda Superb 
• Skoda Yeti
• Skoda Roomster

SEAT 

• SEAT Alhambra
• SEAT Altea
• SEAT Exeo
• SEAT Leon

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