Volkswagen Recalls 1998-2002 Jetta and New Beetle Passenger Vehicles

Volkswagen 1998-2002 Jetta and New Beetle Passenger Vehicles

On certain passenger vehicles, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly during safety recalls 03V-265 or 04V-096. The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.

Make / Models :           Model/Build Years:      
Volkswagen / Jetta       1999-2002
 
Volkswagen / New Beetle       1998-2002
 
Manufacturer : Volkswagen of America, inc  
 
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V183000  Mfg's Report Date : MAY 24, 2006
Component: Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 362000

Summary:
 On certain passenger vehicles, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly during safety recalls 03V-265 or 04V-096. The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.

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.

Remedy:
 Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before december 8, 2006. Owners may contact VW at 1-800-822-8987.

Notes:
 VW recall no. N4. Customers may also contact the National Highway traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.