2006 Volkswagen Beetle recall: labels
Volkswagen Of America, Inc reported this safety recall on February 9, 2006. It covers about 906 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 906
- reported
- Feb 9, 2006
- owners notified
- Feb 27, 2006
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- A misprinted label could lead to fitment of improperly sized replacement tires.
- Remedy
- 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 number 06V043000
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Beetle 2006 2006
Questions about recall 06V043000
Is there a recall on the 2006 Volkswagen Beetle labels?
Yes. Recall 06V043000, reported on February 9, 2006, covers about 906 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 06V043000?
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.
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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