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Automobile Manufacturer Recall Data - Volkswagen Recalls 
Posted: 06-14-2011 | |
| CC EOS GOLF GTI JETTA JETTA SPORTWAGEN NEW BEETLE NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE NEW JETTA PASSAT PASSAT CC PASSAT WAGON R32 RABBIT ROUTAN TIGUAN TOUAREG TOUAREG HYBRID | |
| CC RECALLS | Top |
| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN CC Manufactured between: 05/05/2008 and 11/04/2008 Defect: volkswagen is recalling approximately 5,000 my 2009 cc vehicles. some affected vehicles may have an incorrectly routed right front passenger seat belt buckle wiring harness, creating the potential for wires to become damaged when the seat is moved fully up or down or back and forth. if this wiring damage occurs, the airbag control module will switch to a fallback algorithm and deactivate the passenger's frontal air bag. Consequence: in the event of a crash, the passenger's frontal airbag will not deploy and will not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries. Action: dealers will inspect and adjust the routing of the right front passenger seat belt wiring harness. if a damaged wiring harness is found, the harness will be replaced free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during april 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 03/24/2009 | |
| EOS RECALLS | Top |
| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN EOS Manufactured between: 09/01/2008 and 08/19/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 passenger cars manufactured between september 2008 and august 2009. the wiring harness of a temperature sensor in the direct shift gearbox (dsg) may have connector wires that were insufficiently crimped. with insufficiently crimped connector wires, a temperature sensor has the potential to falsely detect a high gearbox oil temperature, causing the transmission to abruptly shift to neutral. if this happens, the selector lever position indicator within the instrument panel will flash. in addition, the "depress brake pedal" indicator light will be illuminated, alerting the driver to apply the brakes. Consequence: the abrupt shift to neutral could lead to a crash without warning. Action: volkswagen will reprogram the transmission control module with updated software free of charge. the recall began on october 20, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 08/20/2009 | |
| GOLF RECALLS | Top |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF Manufactured between: 02/01/2000 and 07/31/2005 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF Manufactured between: 02/01/2000 and 07/31/2005 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF Manufactured between: 03/01/2004 and 08/29/2004 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the high pressure diesel pumps were produced with an improper fastener, which could allow diesel fuel to escape from the pump. Consequence: fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a fire. Action: dealers will replace the diesel pump. the recall began on february 8, 2005. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/15/2004 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF Manufactured between: 02/01/2000 and 07/31/2005 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF Manufactured between: 03/01/2004 and 08/29/2004 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the high pressure diesel pumps were produced with an improper fastener, which could allow diesel fuel to escape from the pump. Consequence: fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a fire. Action: dealers will replace the diesel pump. the recall began on february 8, 2005. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/15/2004 | |
| GTI RECALLS | Top |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Manufactured between: 09/01/2008 and 08/19/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 passenger cars manufactured between september 2008 and august 2009. the wiring harness of a temperature sensor in the direct shift gearbox (dsg) may have connector wires that were insufficiently crimped. with insufficiently crimped connector wires, a temperature sensor has the potential to falsely detect a high gearbox oil temperature, causing the transmission to abruptly shift to neutral. if this happens, the selector lever position indicator within the instrument panel will flash. in addition, the "depress brake pedal" indicator light will be illuminated, alerting the driver to apply the brakes. Consequence: the abrupt shift to neutral could lead to a crash without warning. Action: volkswagen will reprogram the transmission control module with updated software free of charge. the recall began on october 20, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 08/20/2009 | |
| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Manufactured between: 09/01/2008 and 08/19/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 passenger cars manufactured between september 2008 and august 2009. the wiring harness of a temperature sensor in the direct shift gearbox (dsg) may have connector wires that were insufficiently crimped. with insufficiently crimped connector wires, a temperature sensor has the potential to falsely detect a high gearbox oil temperature, causing the transmission to abruptly shift to neutral. if this happens, the selector lever position indicator within the instrument panel will flash. in addition, the "depress brake pedal" indicator light will be illuminated, alerting the driver to apply the brakes. Consequence: the abrupt shift to neutral could lead to a crash without warning. Action: volkswagen will reprogram the transmission control module with updated software free of charge. the recall began on october 20, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 08/20/2009 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Manufactured between: 10/31/2005 and 09/27/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Manufactured between: 10/31/2005 and 09/27/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Manufactured between: 10/31/2005 and 09/27/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Manufactured between: 02/01/2000 and 07/31/2005 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Manufactured between: 02/01/2000 and 07/31/2005 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Manufactured between: 02/01/2000 and 07/31/2005 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| JETTA RECALLS | Top |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 03/01/2006 and 06/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 09/01/2008 and 08/19/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 passenger cars manufactured between september 2008 and august 2009. the wiring harness of a temperature sensor in the direct shift gearbox (dsg) may have connector wires that were insufficiently crimped. with insufficiently crimped connector wires, a temperature sensor has the potential to falsely detect a high gearbox oil temperature, causing the transmission to abruptly shift to neutral. if this happens, the selector lever position indicator within the instrument panel will flash. in addition, the "depress brake pedal" indicator light will be illuminated, alerting the driver to apply the brakes. Consequence: the abrupt shift to neutral could lead to a crash without warning. Action: volkswagen will reprogram the transmission control module with updated software free of charge. the recall began on october 20, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 08/20/2009 | |
| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 03/01/2006 and 06/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 09/01/2008 and 08/19/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 passenger cars manufactured between september 2008 and august 2009. the wiring harness of a temperature sensor in the direct shift gearbox (dsg) may have connector wires that were insufficiently crimped. with insufficiently crimped connector wires, a temperature sensor has the potential to falsely detect a high gearbox oil temperature, causing the transmission to abruptly shift to neutral. if this happens, the selector lever position indicator within the instrument panel will flash. in addition, the "depress brake pedal" indicator light will be illuminated, alerting the driver to apply the brakes. Consequence: the abrupt shift to neutral could lead to a crash without warning. Action: volkswagen will reprogram the transmission control module with updated software free of charge. the recall began on october 20, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 08/20/2009 | |
| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 06/15/2005 and 11/29/2008 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 25,594 my 2006-2009 jetta 5th generation equipped with 2.01 engine. the fastening screw contact surfaces on the driveshaft cover plate may not have been manufactured to factory specifications. some screws may not have been torqued properly during assembly and could loosen over time, causing a knocking sound when the vehicle is in motion. the driveshaft screws could loosen to the point where the driveshaft detaches from the gearbox. Consequence: if the vehicle is moving when this happens, the detached driveshaft could cause damage the gearbox housing. a damage gearbox housing could leak gearbox oil onto the street and create a risk of a vehicle crash for both the driver and other motorists. Action: dealers will inspect the driveshaft screws and replace the screws free of charge. the recall began on june 24, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 05/19/2009 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 03/01/2006 and 06/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 06/15/2005 and 11/29/2008 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 25,594 my 2006-2009 jetta 5th generation equipped with 2.01 engine. the fastening screw contact surfaces on the driveshaft cover plate may not have been manufactured to factory specifications. some screws may not have been torqued properly during assembly and could loosen over time, causing a knocking sound when the vehicle is in motion. the driveshaft screws could loosen to the point where the driveshaft detaches from the gearbox. Consequence: if the vehicle is moving when this happens, the detached driveshaft could cause damage the gearbox housing. a damage gearbox housing could leak gearbox oil onto the street and create a risk of a vehicle crash for both the driver and other motorists. Action: dealers will inspect the driveshaft screws and replace the screws free of charge. the recall began on june 24, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 05/19/2009 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 10/18/2004 and 09/21/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 03/01/2006 and 06/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 06/15/2005 and 11/29/2008 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 25,594 my 2006-2009 jetta 5th generation equipped with 2.01 engine. the fastening screw contact surfaces on the driveshaft cover plate may not have been manufactured to factory specifications. some screws may not have been torqued properly during assembly and could loosen over time, causing a knocking sound when the vehicle is in motion. the driveshaft screws could loosen to the point where the driveshaft detaches from the gearbox. Consequence: if the vehicle is moving when this happens, the detached driveshaft could cause damage the gearbox housing. a damage gearbox housing could leak gearbox oil onto the street and create a risk of a vehicle crash for both the driver and other motorists. Action: dealers will inspect the driveshaft screws and replace the screws free of charge. the recall began on june 24, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 05/19/2009 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 10/18/2004 and 09/21/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 03/01/2006 and 06/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 06/15/2005 and 11/29/2008 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 25,594 my 2006-2009 jetta 5th generation equipped with 2.01 engine. the fastening screw contact surfaces on the driveshaft cover plate may not have been manufactured to factory specifications. some screws may not have been torqued properly during assembly and could loosen over time, causing a knocking sound when the vehicle is in motion. the driveshaft screws could loosen to the point where the driveshaft detaches from the gearbox. Consequence: if the vehicle is moving when this happens, the detached driveshaft could cause damage the gearbox housing. a damage gearbox housing could leak gearbox oil onto the street and create a risk of a vehicle crash for both the driver and other motorists. Action: dealers will inspect the driveshaft screws and replace the screws free of charge. the recall began on june 24, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 05/19/2009 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 10/18/2004 and 09/21/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 08/23/2005 and 03/29/2006 Defect: certain vehicles equipped with 2.5l gasoline engines may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against the underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if this happens, the chafing has the potential to cause a fuel leak over time. fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. Action: dealers will remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir and will also inspect and, if necessary, replace the underhood fuel supply line. the recall began on august 24, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 06/25/2007 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 10/18/2004 and 09/21/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 10/01/2000 and 11/30/2004 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 03/01/2004 and 08/29/2004 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the high pressure diesel pumps were produced with an improper fastener, which could allow diesel fuel to escape from the pump. Consequence: fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a fire. Action: dealers will replace the diesel pump. the recall began on february 8, 2005. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/15/2004 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 10/01/2000 and 11/30/2004 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Manufactured between: 03/01/2004 and 08/29/2004 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the high pressure diesel pumps were produced with an improper fastener, which could allow diesel fuel to escape from the pump. Consequence: fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a fire. Action: dealers will replace the diesel pump. the recall began on february 8, 2005. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/15/2004 | |
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| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SPORTWAGEN Manufactured between: 01/01/2008 and 03/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SPORTWAGEN Manufactured between: 09/01/2008 and 08/19/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 passenger cars manufactured between september 2008 and august 2009. the wiring harness of a temperature sensor in the direct shift gearbox (dsg) may have connector wires that were insufficiently crimped. with insufficiently crimped connector wires, a temperature sensor has the potential to falsely detect a high gearbox oil temperature, causing the transmission to abruptly shift to neutral. if this happens, the selector lever position indicator within the instrument panel will flash. in addition, the "depress brake pedal" indicator light will be illuminated, alerting the driver to apply the brakes. Consequence: the abrupt shift to neutral could lead to a crash without warning. Action: volkswagen will reprogram the transmission control module with updated software free of charge. the recall began on october 20, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 08/20/2009 | |
| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SPORTWAGEN Manufactured between: 01/01/2008 and 03/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SPORTWAGEN Manufactured between: 09/01/2008 and 08/19/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 passenger cars manufactured between september 2008 and august 2009. the wiring harness of a temperature sensor in the direct shift gearbox (dsg) may have connector wires that were insufficiently crimped. with insufficiently crimped connector wires, a temperature sensor has the potential to falsely detect a high gearbox oil temperature, causing the transmission to abruptly shift to neutral. if this happens, the selector lever position indicator within the instrument panel will flash. in addition, the "depress brake pedal" indicator light will be illuminated, alerting the driver to apply the brakes. Consequence: the abrupt shift to neutral could lead to a crash without warning. Action: volkswagen will reprogram the transmission control module with updated software free of charge. the recall began on october 20, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 08/20/2009 | |
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| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 06/30/2005 and 10/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 06/30/2005 and 10/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 06/30/2005 and 10/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 11/05/2007 and 12/20/2007 Defect: on certain special edition triple white sedan vehicles, an incorrect adhesive may have been used to attach the roof spoiler to the rear glass of the vehicle. if the incorrect adhesive was used, the spoiler could become loose or fall from the vehicle without warning, even though initially the spoiler may feel secure. Consequence: if this happens, the spoiler could cause injury by striking persons outside the vehicle or could become an obstacle to other drivers, possibly resulting in a crash. Action: dealers will replace the roof spoiler on these vehicles. the recall began on february 29, 2008. owners may contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 01/28/2008 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 06/30/2005 and 10/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 06/01/2002 and 11/30/2006 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 06/30/2005 and 10/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 06/01/2002 and 11/30/2006 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 10/04/2005 and 01/28/2006 Defect: certain passenger vehicles equipped with 17-inch wheels and a 2.5l engine fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were produced with a tire information label that lists an incorrect front tire size. the correct front tire size should be listed as 225/45 r17. the inflation pressure is correct. Consequence: a misprinted label could lead to fitment of improperly sized replacement tires. Action: owners will be provided with a new tire information label and installation instructions. at the customer's option, a dealer can perform the installation for them free of charge. the recall began on february 27, 2006. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 02/09/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 07/24/2003 and 10/31/2004 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 76,900 my 2004-2005 new beetle and my 2003-2005 new beetle convertibles equipped with an advanced (dual-stage) air bag system. this system may have air bag frontal crash sensors that contain a solder joint on the circuit board that may crack under certain high temperature conditions. if this occurs, the air bag indicator light will illuminate and the fallback algorithm will ensure that the front air bags always deploy in a frontal crash in which the vehicle's deceleration is high enough to activate the frontal air bags. Consequence: in low-severity frontal impacts, the front air bags may deploy more forcefully than designed, increasing the possibility of injury to out-of-position front seat occupants. Action: dealers will inspect each vehicle to determine that the specific defect crash sensor is present on one or both sides of the vehicle. all of the defect crash sensors will be replaced free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or before july 31, 2008. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 04/17/2008 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 06/01/2002 and 11/30/2006 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 03/01/2004 and 08/29/2004 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the high pressure diesel pumps were produced with an improper fastener, which could allow diesel fuel to escape from the pump. Consequence: fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a fire. Action: dealers will replace the diesel pump. the recall began on february 8, 2005. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/15/2004 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 07/24/2003 and 10/31/2004 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 76,900 my 2004-2005 new beetle and my 2003-2005 new beetle convertibles equipped with an advanced (dual-stage) air bag system. this system may have air bag frontal crash sensors that contain a solder joint on the circuit board that may crack under certain high temperature conditions. if this occurs, the air bag indicator light will illuminate and the fallback algorithm will ensure that the front air bags always deploy in a frontal crash in which the vehicle's deceleration is high enough to activate the frontal air bags. Consequence: in low-severity frontal impacts, the front air bags may deploy more forcefully than designed, increasing the possibility of injury to out-of-position front seat occupants. Action: dealers will inspect each vehicle to determine that the specific defect crash sensor is present on one or both sides of the vehicle. all of the defect crash sensors will be replaced free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or before july 31, 2008. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 04/17/2008 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 06/01/2002 and 11/30/2006 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 03/01/2004 and 08/29/2004 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the high pressure diesel pumps were produced with an improper fastener, which could allow diesel fuel to escape from the pump. Consequence: fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a fire. Action: dealers will replace the diesel pump. the recall began on february 8, 2005. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/15/2004 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 06/01/2003 and 09/30/2003 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the tire information label is incorrect identifying the vehicle as a five-passenger vehicle, instead of a four-passenger vehicle. Consequence: exceeding the correct seating capacity in a vehicle puts occupants at risk for injury in a crash, and can result in vehicle overloading, which can affect vehicle handling and put you at risk for a crash. Action: owners will be sent a new label and installation instructions. owner notification began on february 9, 2004. owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/04/2003 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE Manufactured between: 07/01/2003 and 08/31/2003 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the passenger detection function of the passive occupant detection system (pods) may become disabled. Consequence: should the pods control unit malfunction, the air bag system in the vehicle will not work as designed and may not be able to properly protect occupants in a crash. Action: dealers will reprogram the pods. owner notification originally began october 3, 2003. vw has determined that additional vehicles need to be repaired. the recall for the additional vehicles is expected to begin on december 17, 2004. owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/29/2003 | |
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| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE Manufactured between: 06/30/2005 and 10/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE Manufactured between: 06/30/2005 and 10/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE Manufactured between: 06/30/2005 and 10/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE Manufactured between: 06/30/2005 and 10/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE Manufactured between: 06/30/2005 and 10/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE Manufactured between: 07/30/2002 and 10/31/2004 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 76,900 my 2004-2005 new beetle and my 2003-2005 new beetle convertibles equipped with an advanced (dual-stage) air bag system. this system may have air bag frontal crash sensors that contain a solder joint on the circuit board that may crack under certain high temperature conditions. if this occurs, the air bag indicator light will illuminate and the fallback algorithm will ensure that the front air bags always deploy in a frontal crash in which the vehicle's deceleration is high enough to activate the frontal air bags. Consequence: in low-severity frontal impacts, the front air bags may deploy more forcefully than designed, increasing the possibility of injury to out-of-position front seat occupants. Action: dealers will inspect each vehicle to determine that the specific defect crash sensor is present on one or both sides of the vehicle. all of the defect crash sensors will be replaced free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or before july 31, 2008. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 04/17/2008 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE Manufactured between: 07/30/2002 and 10/31/2004 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 76,900 my 2004-2005 new beetle and my 2003-2005 new beetle convertibles equipped with an advanced (dual-stage) air bag system. this system may have air bag frontal crash sensors that contain a solder joint on the circuit board that may crack under certain high temperature conditions. if this occurs, the air bag indicator light will illuminate and the fallback algorithm will ensure that the front air bags always deploy in a frontal crash in which the vehicle's deceleration is high enough to activate the frontal air bags. Consequence: in low-severity frontal impacts, the front air bags may deploy more forcefully than designed, increasing the possibility of injury to out-of-position front seat occupants. Action: dealers will inspect each vehicle to determine that the specific defect crash sensor is present on one or both sides of the vehicle. all of the defect crash sensors will be replaced free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or before july 31, 2008. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 04/17/2008 | |
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| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN NEW JETTA Manufactured between: 11/01/2004 and 06/28/2005 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.5l gasoline engine, a fuel supply line clamp located in the engine compartment may not be positioned properly and could cause a fuel leak. Consequence: fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect the position of the engine compartment fuel supply line clamp and, if necessary, replace the clamp. the recall began on july 11, 2005. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 07/05/2005 | |
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| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 08/15/2008 and 09/23/2008 Defect: vw is recalling 130 my 2009 passat, passat wagon, and passat cc vehicles. some vehicles may have an electromechanical steering gear control unit that can malfunction due to a damaged capacitor. if this malfunction occurs, the driver's steering input is not properly processed by the system and the vehicle may not respond as the driver intends. this defect can only occur immediately after vehicle start-up when the steering wheel is moved for the first time and at speeds less than 5 mph. Consequence: driver attempts to overcome the system during malfunction will cause (1) vibrations in the steering wheel; (2) the steering system motor to turn off; (3) the red steering system malfunction indicator light to illuminate; and (4) audible warnings to chime. a malfunctioning steering system could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will replace the steering gear in the affected vehicles. the recall began on december 5, 2008. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 11/03/2008 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 02/21/2008 and 04/28/2008 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 4,079 my 2008 passat and 2,500 my 2009 tiguan passenger vehicles equipped with 2.0t fsi ulev ii engines. these vehicles have an engine control module (ecm) containing software that may not properly control engine idle with the air conditioning turned on. in rare cases, the ecm may unexpectedly increase engine rpm. Consequence: an engine surge caused by an unexpected increase in engine rpm may surprise the vehicle operator and can result in a crash without warning. Action: dealers will inspect and update the ecm software free of charge. the recall began on may 30, 2008. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 05/28/2008 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 03/01/2005 and 04/30/2006 Defect: on certain '6' generation passenger vehicles, the wiper motor may fail during heavy rain due to excessive moisture entering the wiper motor. if this happens, the wipers can become inoperative. Consequence: this could lead to reduced visibility increasing the risk of a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install a special cover and sealing kit. the recall began on january 12, 2007. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 12/12/2006 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 05/01/2005 and 04/30/2006 Defect: certain passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.0l engine with 147 kw may have a vacuum line that may fracture and become disconnected at low ambient temperatures. Consequence: if this happens, the brake power assist can become inoperative, and the driver will experience increased effort to apply the brakes possibly increasing vehicle stopping distance. this could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed vacuum line. the recall began on january 12, 2007. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 12/12/2006 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 03/01/2005 and 01/31/2006 Defect: on certain '6' generation passenger vehicles, the wiper motor may fail during heavy rain due to excessive moisture entering the wiper motor. if this happens, the wipers can become inoperative. Consequence: this could lead to reduced visibility increasing the risk of a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install a special cover and sealing kit. the recall began on january 12, 2007. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 12/12/2006 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 05/01/2005 and 04/30/2006 Defect: certain passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.0l engine with 147 kw may have a vacuum line that may fracture and become disconnected at low ambient temperatures. Consequence: if this happens, the brake power assist can become inoperative, and the driver will experience increased effort to apply the brakes possibly increasing vehicle stopping distance. this could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed vacuum line. the recall began on january 12, 2007. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 12/12/2006 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 03/03/2005 and 05/05/2005 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the left and right tie rod securing nut may be insufficiently torqued. Consequence: an insufficiently tightened tie rod nut may loosen, resulting in separation of a tie rod. this can cause a loss of steering control, which could cause a crash. Action: dealers will inspect and install new left and right tie rod securing nuts at the proper torqued specification. the recall began on december 7, 2005. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 11/30/2005 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 06/01/1999 and 05/31/2005 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 412,000 my 1999-2005 passat (5th generation) vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions and produced after june 14, 1999. these vehicles may have an underbody heat shield that can become damaged. in addition, affected vehicles with automatic or manual transmissions may have a fuel line (1.8t engines only) or fuel tank ventilation valve (4motion/all wheel drive only) that can leak due to fracture. Consequence: a heat shield that may contact the exhaust system can result in a vehicle fire. in addition, a fuel leak from a fuel line or fuel tank ventilation valve, in the presence of an ignition source, can lead to a vehicle fire. Action: dealers will install additional underbody heat shields on vehicles with automatic transmissions to cover the possibly damaged areas and flash all 1.8t engines with a precautionary software update. dealers will also inspect and adjust the fuel line routing on 1.8t vehicles and the fuel tank ventilation valve on 4motion/all wheel drive vehicles, and replace components if necessary free of charge. the recall began on june 13, 2008. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 04/07/2008 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 04/01/2002 and 04/30/2005 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 03/01/2004 and 08/29/2004 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the high pressure diesel pumps were produced with an improper fastener, which could allow diesel fuel to escape from the pump. Consequence: fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a fire. Action: dealers will replace the diesel pump. the recall began on february 8, 2005. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/15/2004 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 06/01/1999 and 05/31/2005 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 412,000 my 1999-2005 passat (5th generation) vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions and produced after june 14, 1999. these vehicles may have an underbody heat shield that can become damaged. in addition, affected vehicles with automatic or manual transmissions may have a fuel line (1.8t engines only) or fuel tank ventilation valve (4motion/all wheel drive only) that can leak due to fracture. Consequence: a heat shield that may contact the exhaust system can result in a vehicle fire. in addition, a fuel leak from a fuel line or fuel tank ventilation valve, in the presence of an ignition source, can lead to a vehicle fire. Action: dealers will install additional underbody heat shields on vehicles with automatic transmissions to cover the possibly damaged areas and flash all 1.8t engines with a precautionary software update. dealers will also inspect and adjust the fuel line routing on 1.8t vehicles and the fuel tank ventilation valve on 4motion/all wheel drive vehicles, and replace components if necessary free of charge. the recall began on june 13, 2008. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 04/07/2008 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 04/01/2002 and 04/30/2005 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Manufactured between: 03/01/2004 and 08/29/2004 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the high pressure diesel pumps were produced with an improper fastener, which could allow diesel fuel to escape from the pump. Consequence: fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a fire. Action: dealers will replace the diesel pump. the recall began on february 8, 2005. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/15/2004 | |
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| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT CC Manufactured between: 08/15/2008 and 09/23/2008 Defect: vw is recalling 130 my 2009 passat, passat wagon, and passat cc vehicles. some vehicles may have an electromechanical steering gear control unit that can malfunction due to a damaged capacitor. if this malfunction occurs, the driver's steering input is not properly processed by the system and the vehicle may not respond as the driver intends. this defect can only occur immediately after vehicle start-up when the steering wheel is moved for the first time and at speeds less than 5 mph. Consequence: driver attempts to overcome the system during malfunction will cause (1) vibrations in the steering wheel; (2) the steering system motor to turn off; (3) the red steering system malfunction indicator light to illuminate; and (4) audible warnings to chime. a malfunctioning steering system could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will replace the steering gear in the affected vehicles. the recall began on december 5, 2008. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 11/03/2008 | |
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| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON Manufactured between: 08/15/2008 and 09/23/2008 Defect: vw is recalling 130 my 2009 passat, passat wagon, and passat cc vehicles. some vehicles may have an electromechanical steering gear control unit that can malfunction due to a damaged capacitor. if this malfunction occurs, the driver's steering input is not properly processed by the system and the vehicle may not respond as the driver intends. this defect can only occur immediately after vehicle start-up when the steering wheel is moved for the first time and at speeds less than 5 mph. Consequence: driver attempts to overcome the system during malfunction will cause (1) vibrations in the steering wheel; (2) the steering system motor to turn off; (3) the red steering system malfunction indicator light to illuminate; and (4) audible warnings to chime. a malfunctioning steering system could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will replace the steering gear in the affected vehicles. the recall began on december 5, 2008. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 11/03/2008 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON Manufactured between: 02/21/2008 and 04/28/2008 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 4,079 my 2008 passat and 2,500 my 2009 tiguan passenger vehicles equipped with 2.0t fsi ulev ii engines. these vehicles have an engine control module (ecm) containing software that may not properly control engine idle with the air conditioning turned on. in rare cases, the ecm may unexpectedly increase engine rpm. Consequence: an engine surge caused by an unexpected increase in engine rpm may surprise the vehicle operator and can result in a crash without warning. Action: dealers will inspect and update the ecm software free of charge. the recall began on may 30, 2008. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 05/28/2008 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON Manufactured between: 03/01/2005 and 04/30/2006 Defect: on certain '6' generation passenger vehicles, the wiper motor may fail during heavy rain due to excessive moisture entering the wiper motor. if this happens, the wipers can become inoperative. Consequence: this could lead to reduced visibility increasing the risk of a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install a special cover and sealing kit. the recall began on january 12, 2007. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 12/12/2006 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON Manufactured between: 05/01/2005 and 04/30/2006 Defect: certain passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.0l engine with 147 kw may have a vacuum line that may fracture and become disconnected at low ambient temperatures. Consequence: if this happens, the brake power assist can become inoperative, and the driver will experience increased effort to apply the brakes possibly increasing vehicle stopping distance. this could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed vacuum line. the recall began on january 12, 2007. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 12/12/2006 | |
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| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN R32 Manufactured between: 01/17/2007 and 03/11/2008 Defect: volkswagen is recalling approximately 5,000 my 2008 r32 (5th generation) vehicles. when certain driving conditions are accompanied by high ambient temperatures, the fuel tank ventilation valve may not remain fully closed. if this happens, liquid fuel may enter the fuel tank venting system and migrate into the evaporative system, saturating the carbon canister. should this occur while driving, the vehicle may experience performance issues (i.e., vehicle jerking) and the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) in the instrument cluster could illuminate. fuel could leak from the evaporative system leak detection pump filter. Consequence: a fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, could lead to a vehicle fire. Action: dealers will replace the fuel tank ventilation valve with an improved valve free of charge. the recall began on june 2, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 03/20/2009 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN R32 Manufactured between: 10/31/2005 and 09/27/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN R32 Manufactured between: 10/31/2005 and 09/27/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN R32 Manufactured between: 10/31/2005 and 09/27/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN R32 Manufactured between: 10/01/2003 and 05/30/2004 Defect: on certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly. Consequence: the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning. Action: dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 02/20/2007 | |
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| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN RABBIT Manufactured between: 03/01/2007 and 11/30/2008 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN RABBIT Manufactured between: 03/01/2007 and 11/30/2008 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN RABBIT Manufactured between: 10/31/2005 and 09/27/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN RABBIT Manufactured between: 03/01/2007 and 11/30/2008 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 jetta, new beetle, new beetle convertible, model year 2009 jetta sportwagen and model year 2007-2009 rabbit vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. the jetta, jetta sportwagen, and rabbit vehicles may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against an underhood fuel supply line. the new beetle and the new beetle convertible vehicles may have a fastening clamp on a hydraulic hose of the power steering system that may be located in an improper position which could cause chafing against an underhood fuel supply line. Consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the underhood fuel line. additionally, depending on the vehicle model, dealers will either remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir, or inspect the position of the fastening clamp and adjust the related fastening clamp into the correct position. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 31, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/10/2010 | |
| 2007 VOLKSWAGEN RABBIT Manufactured between: 10/31/2005 and 09/27/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| 2006 VOLKSWAGEN RABBIT Manufactured between: 10/31/2005 and 09/27/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some vehicles may not have had a required cap installed which disables the headlight horizontal aim and some vehicles may contain a cap that disables the vertical aiming screw. Consequence: noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the low beam horizontal aiming screw and install one if missing, and inspect for the presence of a cap in the socket of the vertical aiming screw and if present, the cap will be removed. the recall will begin on october 31, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 09/24/2007 | |
| ROUTAN RECALLS | Top |
| 2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN Manufactured between: 10/01/2009 and 06/30/2010 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2010 routan vehicles manufactured from october 2009 through june 2010. some vehicles may experience inadvertent ignition key displacement from the run to accessory position while driving causing the engine to shut off. Consequence: an engine shutting off suddenly while driving could increase the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the win module free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during june 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 03/01/2011 | |
| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN Manufactured between: 06/01/2008 and 07/30/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2009 routan vehicles manufactured from june 2008 through july 2009. these vehicles may have been built with an improper routed wire harness that may have a condition where the lower sliding door hinge bracket can make contact and wear through the wire insulation. contact with a 12v power feed circuit within the harness may cause a high resistive short circuit within the latch mechanism located inside of the sliding door. Consequence: this could result in an overheated latch and a fire within the rear sliding door could occur. Action: volkswagen will inspect the sliding door wire track wire assembly and the sliding door power drive unit wire assembly for damage, repair/replace as necessary, tie strap the two harnesses together and route the harnesses under the sliding door weather strip. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on october 15, 2010. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 06/10/2010 | |
| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN Manufactured between: 06/26/2008 and 04/24/2009 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 18,500 my 2009 routan vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection." the owner's manual was printed without the fmvss no. 208 required information explaining that no objects should be placed over the or near the air bag on the instrument panel. Consequence: any such objects could cause injury to the vehicle's occupants in the event of a crash severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate. Action: dealers will send an owner's manual insert containing the required air bag information for owner installation or dealers will install in the event the owner prefers assistance from the dealer. the recall began on july 31, 2009. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 07/01/2009 | |
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| 2009 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN Manufactured between: 12/28/2007 and 04/17/2008 Defect: volkswagen is recalling 4,079 my 2008 passat and 2,500 my 2009 tiguan passenger vehicles equipped with 2.0t fsi ulev ii engines. these vehicles have an engine control module (ecm) containing software that may not properly control engine idle with the air conditioning turned on. in rare cases, the ecm may unexpectedly increase engine rpm. Consequence: an engine surge caused by an unexpected increase in engine rpm may surprise the vehicle operator and can result in a crash without warning. Action: dealers will inspect and update the ecm software free of charge. the recall began on may 30, 2008. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 05/28/2008 | |
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| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG Manufactured between: 11/30/2007 and 12/12/2007 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, a fuel supply line was changed during production which could lead to insufficient sealing of the fuel supply line connector. Consequence: this condition could lead to a fuel leak. fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the fuel supply line, if necessary. the recall is expected to begin during february 2008. owners may contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 01/28/2008 | |
| 2008 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG Manufactured between: 01/01/2007 and 06/30/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, "tire pressure monitoring systems." the owner's manual is missing the tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) written instructions. Consequence: this standard specifies performance requirements for tire pressure monitoring systems (tpms) to warn drivers of significant under-inflation of tires and the resulting safety problems. Action: owners will be sent an owner's manual insert containing the required tpms information. the recall began on july 6, 2007. owners may contact vw at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 06/25/2007 | |
| 2005 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG Manufactured between: 03/26/2003 and 09/20/2004 Defect: certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection." all three rear seat positions and the front passenger position are equipped with seat belt retractors that have a locking feature which converts the retractor from an emergency locking retractor (elr) mode to an automatic locking retractor (alr) mode for the purposes of child restraint installation. the belt may deactivate the alr mode with certain child restraints. Consequence: when involved in a crash, the child restraints may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injuries or death. Action: dealers will permanently install a 'clip' in each of the two rear outboard seat belts. the clips will prevent unwanted deactivation of the alr mode with child seat installations. the recall began on april 11, 2005. owners should contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/15/2004 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG Manufactured between: 03/26/2003 and 09/20/2004 Defect: certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection." all three rear seat positions and the front passenger position are equipped with seat belt retractors that have a locking feature which converts the retractor from an emergency locking retractor (elr) mode to an automatic locking retractor (alr) mode for the purposes of child restraint installation. the belt may deactivate the alr mode with certain child restraints. Consequence: when involved in a crash, the child restraints may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injuries or death. Action: dealers will permanently install a 'clip' in each of the two rear outboard seat belts. the clips will prevent unwanted deactivation of the alr mode with child seat installations. the recall began on april 11, 2005. owners should contact vw at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 12/15/2004 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG Manufactured between: 04/01/2003 and 12/31/2003 Defect: on certain sport utility vehicles, the rear seat belt latch attachment bolt may have been insufficiently riveted. Consequence: in the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury. Action: dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the belt buckle. owner notification began on june 21, 2004. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 05/19/2004 | |
| 2004 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG Manufactured between: 04/01/2003 and 07/25/2003 Defect: on certain sport utility vehicles, the tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) wiring harness may have been improperly routed during assembly. an improperly routed tpms wiring harness may contact the parking brake cable spring. Consequence: if this happens, the tpms wiring circuit could be interrupted, resulting in an inoperative tpms, and causing a short-to-ground condition that could potentially result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect the tpms wiring harness routing and, if necessary, correct the wiring harness routing. owner notification began august 18, 2003. owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-893-5298. Recall Date: 07/25/2003 | |
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| 2011 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG HYBRID Manufactured between: 07/02/2010 and 02/03/2011 Defect: volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2011 touareg hybrid vehicles, manufactured from july 2, 2010, through february 3, 2011. the certification labels on these vehicles contain incorrect tire pressure information and therefore fail to comply with the requirements of motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." Consequence: incorrect tire pressure information could lead to an owner improperly inflating the vehicle tires. driving on improperly inflated tires can lead to premature tire wear and possibly a crash. Action: dealers will install an overlay containing the correct tire pressure information onto the existing vehicle certification label free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 19, 2011. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Recall Date: 03/29/2011 | |
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