NHTSA Recall 04V584000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V584000; Date: Dec. 16, 2004
This may result in intermittent or inoperative turn signal and hazard flasher function.
Recalled Vehicles:
2000 Volkswagen Golf; 2001 Volkswagen Golf; 2002 Volkswagen Golf; 2000 Volkswagen GTI; 2001 Volkswagen GTI; 2002 Volkswagen GTI; 2000 Volkswagen Jetta; 2001 Volkswagen Jetta; 2002 Volkswagen Jetta
Component: Exterior Lighting:hazard Flashing Warning Lights:switch
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America, Inc
Affected Units:: 410,000
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall 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).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 31, 2005
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