1999 Volkswagen Golf and Volkswagen Jetta recall: frame and members
Volkswagen Of America,inc reported this safety recall on February 5, 1999. It covers about 36,258 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 36,258
- reported
- Feb 5, 1999
- owners notified
- Feb 15, 1999
- related complaints
- 26
Structure: frame and members
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The sound absorbing mat attached to the inside of the b-pillar side trim panel could have been improperly installed. Surface and edges of the mat could have been damaged during the assembly process. It could ignite when exposed to the exhaust gas of the seat belt pre-tensioner igniter in the event of a severe front or side collision.
- Risk
- This could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the matting materials from inside the b-pillar on both sides of the vehicle.
Recall number 99V022000
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Golf 1999 1999
- Volkswagen Jetta 1999 1999
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 26 complaints about body problems.
Questions about recall 99V022000
Is there a recall on the 1999 Volkswagen Golf and Volkswagen Jetta frame and members?
Yes. Recall 99V022000, reported on February 5, 1999, covers about 36,258 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 99V022000?
Dealers will remove the matting materials from inside the b-pillar on both sides of the vehicle.
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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