NHTSA Recall 98V195000
NHTSA Campaign Id 98V195000; Date: Aug. 17, 1998
Repeated chafing could eventually result in a leaking brake line causing diminished braking in one brake circuit increasing the vehicle's stopping distance.
Recalled Vehicles:
1993 Volkswagen Golf; 1994 Volkswagen Golf; 1995 Volkswagen Golf; 1993 Volkswagen GTI; 1994 Volkswagen GTI; 1995 Volkswagen GTI; 1993 Volkswagen Jetta; 1994 Volkswagen Jetta; 1995 Volkswagen Jetta
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Affected Units:: 153,000
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the brake line and replace any damaged lines.
Recall 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 vw 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).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 15, 1998
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