2008 Volkswagen Beetle recall: roof and pillars
Volkswagen Of America, Inc reported this safety recall on January 28, 2008. It covers about 510 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 510
- reported
- Jan 28, 2008
- owners notified
- Feb 29, 2008
- related complaints
- 10
Structure: body: roof and pillars
- What is wrong
- On certain special edition triple white sedan vehicles, an incorrect adhesive may have been used to attach the roof spoiler to the rear glass of the vehicle. If the incorrect adhesive was used, the spoiler could become loose or fall from the vehicle without warning, even though initially the spoiler may feel secure.
- Risk
- If this happens, the spoiler could cause injury by striking persons outside the vehicle or could become an obstacle to other drivers, possibly resulting in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the roof spoiler on these vehicles. The recall began on february 29, 2008. Owners may contact vwoa at 1‑800‑822‑8987.
Recall number 08V036000
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Beetle 2008 2008
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 10 complaints about body problems.
Questions about recall 08V036000
Is there a recall on the 2008 Volkswagen Beetle roof and pillars?
Yes. Recall 08V036000, reported on January 28, 2008, covers about 510 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V036000?
Dealers will replace the roof spoiler on these vehicles. The recall began on february 29, 2008. Owners may contact vwoa 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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