NHTSA recall 03V265000
Exterior Lighting · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
July 25, 2003report date
295,136units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, the brake lamp switch may malfunction.
Why it matters: If this happens, the brake lamps could become inoperative; or the lamps could come on and stay on, even though the vehicle is parked.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake lamp switches. Owner notification began September 26, 2003. Owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle
- 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
- 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle
- 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
All model years NHTSA lists
1998 Volkswagen New Beetle, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 03V265000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.