2006 Volkswagen Jetta recall: windshield wiper/washer
Volkswagen Of America, Inc reported this safety recall on June 25, 2007. It covers about 58,900 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 58,900
- reported
- Jun 25, 2007
- owners notified
- Aug 24, 2007
- related complaints
- 24
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
- What is wrong
- Certain vehicles equipped with 2.5l gasoline engines may have a small plastic tab located on the windshield washer fluid reservoir that may chafe against the underhood fuel supply line.
- Risk
- If this happens, the chafing has the potential to cause a fuel leak over time. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir and will also inspect and, if necessary, replace the underhood fuel supply line. The recall began on august 24, 2007. Owners may contact vw at 1‑800‑893‑5298.
Recall number 07V284000
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Jetta 2006 2006
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 24 complaints about visibility problems.
Questions about recall 07V284000
Is there a recall on the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta windshield wiper/washer?
Yes. Recall 07V284000, reported on June 25, 2007, covers about 58,900 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 07V284000?
Dealers will remove the plastic tab from the windshield washer fluid reservoir and will also inspect and, if necessary, replace the underhood fuel supply line. The recall began on august 24, 2007. Owners may contact vw 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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