1999-2002 Volkswagen Jetta recall: switch

Volkswagen Of America, Inc reported this safety recall on February 20, 2004. It covers about 377,130 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 377,130
reported: Feb 20, 2004
owners notified: Apr 30, 2004
related complaints: 185

Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch

What is wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction.
Risk: If this happens, the brake lights could become inoperative, or come on and stay on, even though the vehicle is parked.
Remedy: This recall has been superceded by 06v‑183.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.

Recall number 04V096000

Affected vehicles

Volkswagen Jetta 1999-2002 1999 2000 2001 2002

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 185 complaints about lights problems.

1999 Volkswagen Jetta 2000 Volkswagen Jetta 2001 Volkswagen Jetta 2002 Volkswagen Jetta

Questions about recall 04V096000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2002 Volkswagen Jetta switch?

Yes. Recall 04V096000, reported on February 20, 2004, covers about 377,130 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V096000?

This recall has been superceded by 06v‑183.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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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