NHTSA recall 02V256000
Electrical System · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
September 18, 2002report date
10,450units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, the electrical portion of the ignition switch assembly can fail causing the headlights and windshield wipers to become inoperative.
Why it matters: If such failures occur while the vehicle is in use at night or in rainy or snowy weather, a crash could occur.
The fix: Dealers will replace the electrical part of the ignition switch assembly. Owner notification began November 20, 2002. Owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V256000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.