Date: 16.07.1998
Component: Latches/locks/linkages > Hood > Latch
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Description:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the bolts securing the front hood latch can loosen over time. the latch would move causing disengagement of the hood striker from the latch.
Consequencs:
Unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.
Date: 16.07.1998
Component: Latches/locks/linkages > Hood > Latch
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Description:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the bolts securing the front hood latch can loosen over time. the latch would move causing disengagement of the hood striker from the latch.
Consequencs:
Unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.
Date: 16.07.1998
Component: Latches/locks/linkages > Hood > Latch
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Description:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the bolts securing the front hood latch can loosen over time. the latch would move causing disengagement of the hood striker from the latch.
Consequencs:
Unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.
Date: 16.07.1998
Component: Latches/locks/linkages > Hood > Latch
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Description:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the bolts securing the front hood latch can loosen over time. the latch would move causing disengagement of the hood striker from the latch.
Consequencs:
Unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Notes:
Dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.
Date: 25.01.2002
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline > Storage > Tank Assembly > Filler Pipe And Cap
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Description:
On some passenger vehicles, the fuel tank filler neck can suffer abrasion damage if the rear tire goes flat and the vehicle is driven until the tire disintegrates.
Consequencs:
Fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire.
Notes:
Dealers will fit passat vehicles with a new wheel house liner that will better protect the car's filler neck. jetta vehicles will be fitted with a different metal shield designed to enhance abrasion protection in the event of tire disintegration. owner notification began june 13, 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 volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Date: 25.01.2002
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline > Storage > Tank Assembly > Filler Pipe And Cap
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Description:
On some passenger vehicles, the fuel tank filler neck can suffer abrasion damage if the rear tire goes flat and the vehicle is driven until the tire disintegrates.
Consequencs:
Fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire.
Notes:
Dealers will fit passat vehicles with a new wheel house liner that will better protect the car's filler neck. jetta vehicles will be fitted with a different metal shield designed to enhance abrasion protection in the event of tire disintegration. owner notification began june 13, 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 volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Date: 25.01.2002
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline > Storage > Tank Assembly > Filler Pipe And Cap
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Description:
On some passenger vehicles, the fuel tank filler neck can suffer abrasion damage if the rear tire goes flat and the vehicle is driven until the tire disintegrates.
Consequencs:
Fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire.
Notes:
Dealers will fit passat vehicles with a new wheel house liner that will better protect the car's filler neck. jetta vehicles will be fitted with a different metal shield designed to enhance abrasion protection in the event of tire disintegration. owner notification began june 13, 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 volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
