Make / Models / Years:
VOLKSWAGEN / JETTA / 1999-2002
VOLKSWAGEN / NEW BEETLE / 1998-2002
Manufacturer : VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
Mfg's Report Number: N4
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.

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: Customers can 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 www.safecar.gov.