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2008 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Consequence of 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.

Corrective Action

noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

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.

2007 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Consequence of 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.

Corrective Action

noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

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.

2006 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Consequence of 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.

Corrective Action

noncompliance can inhibit proper headlamp aim adjustment for roadway illumination, improperly aimed headlamps could cause reduced road visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

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.

2006 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Consequence of 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.

Corrective Action

the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

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.

2005 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Consequence of 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.

Corrective Action

the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

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.

2004 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Consequence of 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.

Corrective Action

the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

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.

2003 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Consequence of 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.

Corrective Action

the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

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.

2002 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the hazard switch and flasher system function may degrade over time because of distortion and material transfer of the contacts of certain hazard switch relays which occurs due to substantially increased electrical current load from higher wattage turn signal bulbs.

Corrective Action

this may result in intermittent or inoperative turn signal and hazard flasher function.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the hazard flasher switch/relay kit. the recall began on march 31, 2005. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

2002 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Consequence of 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.

Corrective Action

the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

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.

2001 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the hazard switch and flasher system function may degrade over time because of distortion and material transfer of the contacts of certain hazard switch relays which occurs due to substantially increased electrical current load from higher wattage turn signal bulbs.

Corrective Action

this may result in intermittent or inoperative turn signal and hazard flasher function.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the hazard flasher switch/relay kit. the recall began on march 31, 2005. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

2001 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Consequence of 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.

Corrective Action

the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

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.

2000 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles equipped with gasoline engines and double-layer fuel tanks, tension on the fuel supply line may cause the fuel pump supply nipple to crack which could result in a leak.

Corrective Action

leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may cause a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the fuel supply line for tension, and inspect the fuel pump supply nipple for cracking. if necessary the fuel line and the fuel pump will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on july 25, 2005. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

2000 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the hazard switch and flasher system function may degrade over time because of distortion and material transfer of the contacts of certain hazard switch relays which occurs due to substantially increased electrical current load from higher wattage turn signal bulbs.

Corrective Action

this may result in intermittent or inoperative turn signal and hazard flasher function.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the hazard flasher switch/relay kit. the recall began on march 31, 2005. owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

2000 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Consequence of 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.

Corrective Action

the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

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.

1999 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles equipped with gasoline engines and double-layer fuel tanks, tension on the fuel supply line may cause the fuel pump supply nipple to crack which could result in a leak.

Corrective Action

leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may cause a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the fuel supply line for tension, and inspect the fuel pump supply nipple for cracking. if necessary the fuel line and the fuel pump will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on july 25, 2005. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

1999 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch

Consequence of 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.

Corrective Action

the brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

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.

1996 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the bolts securing the front hood latch can loosen over time. the latch would move causing disengagement of the hood striker from the latch.

Corrective Action

unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.

1995 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the rear brake line on the passenger side was routed too close to the corner of the fuel tank. the line could be damaged by chafing against the fuel tank.

Corrective Action

repeated chafing could eventually result in a leaking brake line causing diminished braking in one brake circuit increasing the vehicle's stopping distance.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the brake line and replace any damaged lines.

1995 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the bolts securing the front hood latch can loosen over time. the latch would move causing disengagement of the hood striker from the latch.

Corrective Action

unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.

1994 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the rear brake line on the passenger side was routed too close to the corner of the fuel tank. the line could be damaged by chafing against the fuel tank.

Corrective Action

repeated chafing could eventually result in a leaking brake line causing diminished braking in one brake circuit increasing the vehicle's stopping distance.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the brake line and replace any damaged lines.

1994 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the bolts securing the front hood latch can loosen over time. the latch would move causing disengagement of the hood striker from the latch.

Corrective Action

unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.

1993 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the rear brake line on the passenger side was routed too close to the corner of the fuel tank. the line could be damaged by chafing against the fuel tank.

Corrective Action

repeated chafing could eventually result in a leaking brake line causing diminished braking in one brake circuit increasing the vehicle's stopping distance.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the brake line and replace any damaged lines.

1993 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the bolts securing the front hood latch can loosen over time. the latch would move causing disengagement of the hood striker from the latch.

Corrective Action

unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.

1992 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

the venturi tube located in the throttle valve housing can become loose and fall against the throttle plate.

Corrective Action

the venturi tube can partially block the throttle plateand prevent it from returning to its full idle position, resulting in unwantedengine speed when the vehicle is placed in a forward or reverse gear.

Recall Notes

replace the press-fit venturi tube with a thread type tube.

1991 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

the venturi tube located in the throttle valve housing can become loose and fall against the throttle plate.

Corrective Action

the venturi tube can partially block the throttle plateand prevent it from returning to its full idle position, resulting in unwantedengine speed when the vehicle is placed in a forward or reverse gear.

Recall Notes

replace the press-fit venturi tube with a thread type tube.

1990 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger System:Windshield:Heater Core

Consequence of Defect

the end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.

Corrective Action

the coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

replace the heater core with an improved heater core.

1990 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

the venturi tube located in the throttle valve housing can become loose and fall against the throttle plate.

Corrective Action

the venturi tube can partially block the throttle plateand prevent it from returning to its full idle position, resulting in unwantedengine speed when the vehicle is placed in a forward or reverse gear.

Recall Notes

replace the press-fit venturi tube with a thread type tube.

1989 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger System:Windshield:Heater Core

Consequence of Defect

the end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.

Corrective Action

the coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

replace the heater core with an improved heater core.

1988 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger System:Windshield:Heater Core

Consequence of Defect

the end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.

Corrective Action

the coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

replace the heater core with an improved heater core.

1987 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger System:Windshield:Heater Core

Consequence of Defect

the end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.

Corrective Action

the coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

replace the heater core with an improved heater core.

1987 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts

Consequence of Defect

the front left wheel lug nuts may have been improperly torqued.

Corrective Action

an improperly torqued wheel may loosen over a period oftime and could eventually separate, causing an accident.

Recall Notes

inspect and re-torque left front wheel lug nuts.

1986 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

more fuel than permitted by fmvss 301 may escape from the fuel tank assembly under the test conditions described in the standard. consequence of defect: if the car is involved in an accident, the fuel spillage may result in a fire.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace the fuel tank assembly with a modified unit.

1986 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

more fuel than permitted by fmvss 301 may escape from the fuel tank assembly. consequence of defect: cars are not in compliance with fmvss 301.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace the fuel tank assembly with a modified unit.

1986 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger System:Windshield:Heater Core

Consequence of Defect

the end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.

Corrective Action

the coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

replace the heater core with an improved heater core.

1985 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

more fuel than permitted by fmvss 301 may escape from the fuel tank assembly under the test conditions described in the standard. consequence of defect: if the car is involved in an accident, the fuel spillage may result in a fire.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace the fuel tank assembly with a modified unit.

1985 Volkswagen Gti

Component

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger System:Windshield:Heater Core

Consequence of Defect

the end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.

Corrective Action

the coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident.

Recall Notes

replace the heater core with an improved heater core.