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certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." child seat anchorages installed in the vehicle's rear seats must be identified by markings, and their location and use be described in the owner's manual.

Corrective Action

these vehicles were not marked or described as required by the standard.

Recall Notes

owners will be provided with a supplement for the owner's manual and also one set of four guidance fixtures intended to use in conjunction with child seats equipped with rigid or semi-rigid lower anchorage attachments. also enclosed will be four decals together with installation instructions and a template for attaching the decals to the lower seat backs. owner notification is expected to begin september 15, 2002. owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.

2000 Volkswagen Cabrio

Component

Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

these vehicles were not marked or described as required by the standard.

Recall Notes

1998 Volkswagen Cabrio

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap

Consequence of Defect

on some passenger vehicles, the fuel tank filler neck can suffer abrasion damage if the rear tire goes flat and the vehicle is driven until the tire disintegrates.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will fit passat vehicles with a new wheel house liner that will better protect the car's filler neck. jetta vehicles will be fitted with a different metal shield designed to enhance abrasion protection in the event of tire disintegration. owner notification began june 13, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.