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Volkswagen Jetta - Recall Information
Volkswagen Jetta 2001
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Recall Date 05/25/06
Owner Notification Date 11/27/06
Potential Number Affected 646,246
Defect Description
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with automatic or manual transmissions and cruise controls, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly during safety recalls 03v-265 or 04v-096.
Defect 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.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on november 27, 2006. 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.
Notes
Vw recall no. N4. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Recall Date 02/04/02
Owner Notification Date 03/08/02
Potential Number Affected 55,000
Defect Description
On some passenger vehicles, short circuits can occur within the electronic control unit of the anti-lock braking system (abs).
Defect Consequence
This can result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the abs control unit. Owner notification began march 8, 2002. 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.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Recall Date 09/17/02
Owner Notification Date 07/29/03
Potential Number Affected 332,950
Defect Description
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.
Defect Consequence
These vehicles were not marked or described as required by the standard.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch
Recall Date 12/16/04
Owner Notification Date 03/31/05
Potential Number Affected 410,000
Defect Description
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. .
Defect Consequence
This may result in intermittent or inoperative turn signal and hazard flasher function. .
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
Vw recall no. Vx. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Recall Date 03/01/04
Owner Notification Date 04/30/04
Potential Number Affected 377,130
Defect Description
On certain passenger vehicles, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction. .
Defect Consequence
If this happens, the brake lights could become inoperative, or come on and stay on, even though the vehicle is parked. .
Corrective Action
This recall has been superceded by 06v-183. Owners who have had a remedy performed under this recall should return to their dealer for the redesigned remedy. Owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. .
Notes
Vwoa recall no. Wx. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Recall Date 02/21/07
Owner Notification Date 04/27/07
Potential Number Affected 1,002,000
Defect Description
On certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly.
Defect 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.
Corrective 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.
Notes
Volkswagen recall no. N4. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration
Volkswagen Jetta 2000
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Recall Date 05/25/06
Owner Notification Date 11/27/06
Potential Number Affected 646,246
Defect Description
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with automatic or manual transmissions and cruise controls, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly during safety recalls 03v-265 or 04v-096.
Defect 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.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on november 27, 2006. 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.
Notes
Vw recall no. N4. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
Equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Recall Date 09/17/02
Owner Notification Date 07/29/03
Potential Number Affected 332,950
Defect Description
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.
Defect Consequence
These vehicles were not marked or described as required by the standard.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights:switch
Recall Date 12/16/04
Owner Notification Date 03/31/05
Potential Number Affected 410,000
Defect Description
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. .
Defect Consequence
This may result in intermittent or inoperative turn signal and hazard flasher function. .
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
Vw recall no. Vx. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Recall Date 03/01/04
Owner Notification Date 04/30/04
Potential Number Affected 377,130
Defect Description
On certain passenger vehicles, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction. .
Defect Consequence
If this happens, the brake lights could become inoperative, or come on and stay on, even though the vehicle is parked. .
Corrective Action
This recall has been superceded by 06v-183. Owners who have had a remedy performed under this recall should return to their dealer for the redesigned remedy. Owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. .
Notes
Vwoa recall no. Wx. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
Volkswagen Jetta 1999
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Recall Date 05/25/06
Owner Notification Date 11/27/06
Potential Number Affected 646,246
Defect Description
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with automatic or manual transmissions and cruise controls, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly during safety recalls 03v-265 or 04v-096.
Defect 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.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on november 27, 2006. 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.
Notes
Vw recall no. N4. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
Structure:frame and members
Recall Date 09/28/99
Owner Notification Date 03/15/00
Potential Number Affected 67,076
Defect Description
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles do not comply with the head injury criterion requirements of fmvss no. 201, occupant protection in interior impact. The upper retainer clip near the bp1 impact location is designed to break when impacted by the head form. In some cases, the material of the trim part may be more impact resistant as a result of variations in the molding process.
Defect Consequence
This condition could prevent the clip from breaking on impact and result in less deformation in the impacted area and a higher decleration of the head form, increasing the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the trim cover from each of the b pillars and install a new cover.
Notes
Vw recall no. Um. Owner notification began march 15, 2000. 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. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Recall Date 01/26/02
Owner Notification Date 06/13/03
Potential Number Affected 487,284
Defect Description
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.
Defect Consequence
Fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Structure:frame and members
Recall Date 02/08/99
Owner Notification Date 02/15/99
Potential Number Affected 36,258
Defect Description
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The sound absorbing mat attached to the inside of the b-pillar side trim panel could have been improperly installed. Surface and edges of the mat could have been damaged during the assembly process. It could ignite when exposed to the exhaust gas of the seat belt pre-tensioner igniter in the event of a severe front or side collision.
Defect Consequence
This could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the matting materials from inside the b-pillar on both sides of the vehicle.
Notes
Owner notification began february 15, 1999. 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 vwoa at 1-877-270-4178. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Recall Date 03/01/04
Owner Notification Date 04/30/04
Potential Number Affected 377,130
Defect Description
On certain passenger vehicles, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction. .
Defect Consequence
If this happens, the brake lights could become inoperative, or come on and stay on, even though the vehicle is parked. .
Corrective Action
This recall has been superceded by 06v-183. Owners who have had a remedy performed under this recall should return to their dealer for the redesigned remedy. Owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. .
Notes
Vwoa recall no. Wx. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
Equipment:other:labels
Recall Date 04/24/03
Owner Notification Date 09/29/03
Potential Number Affected 9,811
Defect Description
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2. 8l vr6 engines fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110,
Defect Consequence
Under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling, and driving with substantialy under inflated tires puts the consumer at a risk for a crash.
Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with corrected labels, or a dealer can install the label if the owner wishes. Owner notification began september 29, 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 vw at 1-800-893-5298. .
Notes
Vw recall no. Wp. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
Volkswagen Jetta 1998
Exterior lighting
Recall Date 04/07/09
Owner Notification Date 05/11/09
Potential Number Affected 16,270
Defect Description
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Defect Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589. .
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer. In order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport. The list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen. Owners 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 <a href=http://www. Safercar. Gov>http://www. Safercar. Gov</a>.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Recall Date 01/26/02
Owner Notification Date 06/13/03
Potential Number Affected 487,284
Defect Description
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.
Defect Consequence
Fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Equipment:other:labels
Recall Date 04/24/03
Owner Notification Date 09/29/03
Potential Number Affected 9,811
Defect Description
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2. 8l vr6 engines fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110,
Defect Consequence
Under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling, and driving with substantialy under inflated tires puts the consumer at a risk for a crash.
Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with corrected labels, or a dealer can install the label if the owner wishes. Owner notification began september 29, 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 vw at 1-800-893-5298. .
Notes
Vw recall no. Wp. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
Volkswagen Jetta 1997
Exterior lighting
Recall Date 04/07/09
Owner Notification Date 05/11/09
Potential Number Affected 16,270
Defect Description
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Defect Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589. .
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer. In order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport. The list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen. Owners 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 <a href=http://www. Safercar. Gov>http://www. Safercar. Gov</a>.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Recall Date 01/26/02
Owner Notification Date 06/13/03
Potential Number Affected 487,284
Defect Description
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.
Defect Consequence
Fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Volkswagen Jetta 1996
Exterior lighting
Recall Date 04/07/09
Owner Notification Date 05/11/09
Potential Number Affected 16,270
Defect Description
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Defect Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589. .
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer. In order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport. The list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen. Owners 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 <a href=http://www. Safercar. Gov>http://www. Safercar. Gov</a>.
Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
Recall Date 08/06/98
Owner Notification Date 10/15/98
Potential Number Affected 238,000
Defect Description
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.
Defect Consequence
Unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.
Notes
Owner notification began october 15, 1998. 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 vwoa at 1-800-822-8987. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Volkswagen Jetta 1992
Exterior lighting
Recall Date 04/07/09
Owner Notification Date 05/11/09
Potential Number Affected 16,270
Defect Description
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Defect Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589. .
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer. In order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport. The list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen. Owners 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 <a href=http://www. Safercar. Gov>http://www. Safercar. Gov</a>.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall Date 04/24/92
Owner Notification Date 05/22/92
Potential Number Affected 358,000
Defect Description
The fuel hose attached to the fuel distribution rail on the engine may shrink beyond the clamp force of the fuel hose clamps, allowing fuel to leak.
Defect Consequence
Fuel leakage in the engine compartment can cause an underhood fire if the fuel comes in contact with a source of ignition.
Corrective Action
Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self-tightening clamp.
Notes
System: fuel lines. Vehicle description:passenger cars.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall Date 03/01/06
Owner Notification Date 03/30/06
Potential Number Affected 266
Defect Description
Certain hydraulic brake hoses, p/n 171. 611. 107b, sold as replacement equipment for 1975-1985 volkswagen (vw) rabbit; 1985-1992 vw golf; and 1980-1992 vw jetta passenger vehicles. Possible brake hose rupture could occur which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, brake hoses.
Defect Consequence
Brake hose rupture could result in loss of braking ability, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Foreign parts distributors will notify owners and replace the brake hoses with compliant brake hoses. The recall began on march 30, 2006. Owners may contact foreign parts distributors at 305-885-8646 ext. 11.
Notes
Customers may 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.
Volkswagen Jetta 1991
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall Date 08/13/93
Owner Notification Date 09/24/93
Potential Number Affected 76,000
Defect Description
An engine preheating tube may not be properly supported due to a missing support bracket, causing the preheating tube to chafe against the right front metal brake line. This can damage the hydraulic line, causing brake fluid leakage and diminished braking in one brake circuit.
Defect Consequence
Diminished braking can result in increased stoppingdistances and a possible accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a preheating tube support bracket to ensure proper positioning relative to the right front metal brake line.
Notes
System: brakes; hydraulic lines. Vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with digifant engine managementsystems.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall Date 10/01/90
Owner Notification Date 10/12/90
Potential Number Affected 465
Defect Description
Front brake hoses of insufficient length were installed in some vehicles. These short hoses could stretch and develop cracks.
Defect Consequence
This could result in brake fluid leakage, with loss offluid pressure and braking ability.
Corrective Action
Replace both brake hoses.
Notes
System: front brake hoses. Vehicle description: passenger cars.
Exterior lighting
Recall Date 04/07/09
Owner Notification Date 05/11/09
Potential Number Affected 16,270
Defect Description
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Defect Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589. .
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer. In order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport. The list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen. Owners 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 <a href=http://www. Safercar. Gov>http://www. Safercar. Gov</a>.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall Date 04/24/92
Owner Notification Date 05/22/92
Potential Number Affected 358,000
Defect Description
The fuel hose attached to the fuel distribution rail on the engine may shrink beyond the clamp force of the fuel hose clamps, allowing fuel to leak.
Defect Consequence
Fuel leakage in the engine compartment can cause an underhood fire if the fuel comes in contact with a source of ignition.
Corrective Action
Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self-tightening clamp.
Notes
System: fuel lines. Vehicle description:passenger cars.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall Date 03/01/06
Owner Notification Date 03/30/06
Potential Number Affected 266
Defect Description
Certain hydraulic brake hoses, p/n 171. 611. 107b, sold as replacement equipment for 1975-1985 volkswagen (vw) rabbit; 1985-1992 vw golf; and 1980-1992 vw jetta passenger vehicles. Possible brake hose rupture could occur which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, brake hoses.
Defect Consequence
Brake hose rupture could result in loss of braking ability, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Foreign parts distributors will notify owners and replace the brake hoses with compliant brake hoses. The recall began on march 30, 2006. Owners may contact foreign parts distributors at 305-885-8646 ext. 11.
Notes
Customers may 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.
Vehicle speed control:linkages
Recall Date 04/25/91
Owner Notification Date 04/22/91
Potential Number Affected 550
Defect Description
The lock nut of the cruise control rod for the operating servo may not have been properly torqued during manufacture.
Defect Consequence
Inadequate torque of the lock nut could allow the rodadjustment to change. This could increase the engine idle speed, and possiblyincrease stopping distance with a potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action
Check and assure proper lock nut torque on the cruise control rod.
Notes
System: cruise control. Vehicle description: passenger cars; california models equipped with cruisecontrol.
Volkswagen Jetta 1990
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall Date 08/13/93
Owner Notification Date 09/24/93
Potential Number Affected 76,000
Defect Description
An engine preheating tube may not be properly supported due to a missing support bracket, causing the preheating tube to chafe against the right front metal brake line. This can damage the hydraulic line, causing brake fluid leakage and diminished braking in one brake circuit.
Defect Consequence
Diminished braking can result in increased stoppingdistances and a possible accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a preheating tube support bracket to ensure proper positioning relative to the right front metal brake line.
Notes
System: brakes; hydraulic lines. Vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with digifant engine managementsystems.
Visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Recall Date 04/20/92
Owner Notification Date 05/29/92
Potential Number Affected 650,000
Defect Description
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.
Defect Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
Replace the heater core with an improved heater core.
Notes
System: water heater; heater core. Vehicle description: passenger automobiles.
Steering:hydraulic power assist system
Recall Date 01/31/90
Owner Notification Date 03/22/90
Potential Number Affected 225
Defect Description
Power steering pump bracket is subject to breakage due to excessive tension caused by a lack of clearance between the pump mounting bracket and sealing flange edge of the oil pan.
Defect Consequence
Bracket breakage could allow power steering pump to loosen and drive belt to slip, resulting in the need for unexpected increased steering force with the potential for an accident.
Corrective Action
Replace power steering pump bracket.
Notes
System: steering power assist. Vehicle description: passenger cars.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Recall Date 08/22/90
Owner Notification Date 08/23/90
Potential Number Affected 11,000
Defect Description
Omission of air ducts intended to guide flow of cooling air to left and right front brake calipers could allow brake fluid to exceed allowable operating temperature under certain operating conditions.
Defect Consequence
If brake fluid boils, this could result in reducedbraking pressure with potential for an accident.
Corrective Action
Install missing left and right front air ducts.
Notes
System: brake caliper air ducts. Vehicle description: passenger cars.
Exterior lighting
Recall Date 04/07/09
Owner Notification Date 05/11/09
Potential Number Affected 16,270
Defect Description
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Defect Consequence
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589. .
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer. In order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport. The list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen. Owners 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 <a href=http://www. Safercar. Gov>http://www. Safercar. Gov</a>.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall Date 04/24/92
Owner Notification Date 05/22/92
Potential Number Affected 358,000
Defect Description
The fuel hose attached to the fuel distribution rail on the engine may shrink beyond the clamp force of the fuel hose clamps, allowing fuel to leak.
Defect Consequence
Fuel leakage in the engine compartment can cause an underhood fire if the fuel comes in contact with a source of ignition.
Corrective Action
Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self-tightening clamp.
Notes
System: fuel lines. Vehicle description:passenger cars.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall Date 03/01/06
Owner Notification Date 03/30/06
Potential Number Affected 266
Defect Description
Certain hydraulic brake hoses, p/n 171. 611. 107b, sold as replacement equipment for 1975-1985 volkswagen (vw) rabbit; 1985-1992 vw golf; and 1980-1992 vw jetta passenger vehicles. Possible brake hose rupture could occur which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, brake hoses.
Defect Consequence
Brake hose rupture could result in loss of braking ability, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Foreign parts distributors will notify owners and replace the brake hoses with compliant brake hoses. The recall began on march 30, 2006. Owners may contact foreign parts distributors at 305-885-8646 ext. 11.
Notes
Customers may 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.
Volkswagen Jetta 1989
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall Date 01/02/90
Owner Notification Date 04/30/90
Potential Number Affected 8,000
Defect Description
Defect Consequence
Prolonged chafing could eventually cause a leaking brakeline resulting in diminished braking in one brake circuit which would increasethe stopping distances and result in an accident.
Corrective Action
Curve or replace right front brake line.
Notes
System: right front brake line. Vehicle description: passenger cars. Description of defects: an incorrectly contoured metal brake line leading to theright front wheel could be damaged by a preheating tube chafing against it.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall Date 08/13/93
Owner Notification Date 09/24/93
Potential Number Affected 76,000
Defect Description
An engine preheating tube may not be properly supported due to a missing support bracket, causing the preheating tube to chafe against the right front metal brake line. This can damage the hydraulic line, causing brake fluid leakage and diminished braking in one brake circuit.
Defect Consequence
Diminished braking can result in increased stoppingdistances and a possible accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a preheating tube support bracket to ensure proper positioning relative to the right front metal brake line.
Notes
System: brakes; hydraulic lines. Vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with digifant engine managementsystems.
Visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Recall Date 04/20/92
Owner Notification Date 05/29/92
Potential Number Affected 650,000
Defect Description
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.
Defect Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
Replace the heater core with an improved heater core.
Notes
System: water heater; heater core. Vehicle description: passenger automobiles.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall Date 04/24/92
Owner Notification Date 05/22/92
Potential Number Affected 358,000
Defect Description
The fuel hose attached to the fuel distribution rail on the engine may shrink beyond the clamp force of the fuel hose clamps, allowing fuel to leak.
Defect Consequence
Fuel leakage in the engine compartment can cause an underhood fire if the fuel comes in contact with a source of ignition.
Corrective Action
Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self-tightening clamp.
Notes
System: fuel lines. Vehicle description:passenger cars.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall Date 03/01/06
Owner Notification Date 03/30/06
Potential Number Affected 266
Defect Description
Certain hydraulic brake hoses, p/n 171. 611. 107b, sold as replacement equipment for 1975-1985 volkswagen (vw) rabbit; 1985-1992 vw golf; and 1980-1992 vw jetta passenger vehicles. Possible brake hose rupture could occur which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, brake hoses.
Defect Consequence
Brake hose rupture could result in loss of braking ability, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Foreign parts distributors will notify owners and replace the brake hoses with compliant brake hoses. The recall began on march 30, 2006. Owners may contact foreign parts distributors at 305-885-8646 ext. 11.
Notes
Customers may 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.
