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1998 Volkswagen Golf recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 1998 Volkswagen Golf, covering 4,243 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Equipment: other: labelsReported April 22, 2003 · 4,243 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.8l vr6 engines fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." the recommended cold tire inflation pressure published on the label for tires of the size 205/50 r15 86h is 0.1 bar (1.45 psi) too low. It should be 2.5 bar (36.3 psi). The label recommends 2.4 bar (34.8 psi = 35 psi).
Risk
Under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling, and driving with substantially under inflated tires puts the consumer at risk for a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with corrected labels, or a dealer can install the label if the owner wishes. Owner notification began september 29, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact vw at 1‑800‑893‑5298.

Recall number 03V155000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 1998 Volkswagen Golf have?

1, covering equipment.

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