NHTSA Recall 06V043000
NHTSA Campaign Id 06V043000; Date: Feb. 9, 2006
A misprinted label could lead to fitment of improperly sized replacement tires.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Volkswagen Beetle
Component: Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America, Inc
Affected Units:: 906
Recall Summary:
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 17-inch wheels and a 2. 5l engine fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims. " these vehicles were produced with a tire information label that lists an incorrect front tire size. The correct front tire size should be listed as 225/45 r17. The inflation pressure is correct.
How to Fix:
Owners will be provided with a new tire information label and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can perform the installation for them free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2006. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298.
Recall Notes:
Volkswagen recall no. M8. Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 27, 2006
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