1999 Volkswagen Golf recalls

There are 4 safety recalls on record for the 1999 Volkswagen Golf, covering 1,073,209 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Exterior lighting: brake lights: switchReported February 20, 2007 · 1,002,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly.
Risk: The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. Vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v‑183, but not both. The remedy is the same for each recall. Volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the VIN number of the vehicle. Owners may contact vw at 1‑800‑822‑8987.

Recall number 07V063000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpReported April 19, 2005 · 30,708 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with gasoline engines and double-layer fuel tanks, tension on the fuel supply line may cause the fuel pump supply nipple to crack which could result in a leak.
Risk: Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may cause a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel supply line for tension, and inspect the fuel pump supply nipple for cracking. If necessary the fuel line and the fuel pump will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on july 25, 2005. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1‑800‑822‑8987.

Recall number 05V154000 · Recall details

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

Structure: frame and membersReported February 5, 1999 · 36,258 vehicles affected

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 · Recall details

Questions about the 1999 Volkswagen Golf recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1999 Volkswagen Golf have?

4, covering exterior lighting, fuel system, gasoline and equipment.

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