Recall 04V-584: 2000–2002 Volkswagen Golf, 2000–2002 Volkswagen GTI and 1 more

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Dec 16, 2004, covering about 410,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-584
Report date
Dec 16, 2004
Vehicles affected
410,000
Owners notified
Mar 31, 2005

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles, the hazard switch and flasher system function may degrade over time because of distortion and material transfer of the contacts of certain hazard switch relays which occurs due to substantially increased electrical current load from higher wattage turn signal bulbs.

The risk

This may result in intermittent or inoperative turn signal and hazard flasher function.

The fix

Dealers will replace the hazard flasher switch/relay kit. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

Notes

Vw recall no.vx.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
ComponentExterior Lighting › Hazard Flashing Warning Lights › Switch
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number04V584000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volkswagen Golf2000, 2001, 2002All years
Volkswagen GTI2000, 2001, 2002All years
Volkswagen Jetta2000, 2001, 2002All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 04V-584?

On certain passenger vehicles, the hazard switch and flasher system function may degrade over time because of distortion and material transfer of the contacts of certain hazard switch relays which occurs due to substantially increased electrical current load from higher wattage turn signal bulbs.

How is recall 04V-584 fixed?

Dealers will replace the hazard flasher switch/relay kit. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.