Recall 06V-043: 2006 Volkswagen Beetle

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Feb 9, 2006, covering about 906 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-043
Report date
Feb 9, 2006
Vehicles affected
906
Owners notified
Feb 27, 2006

The problem

Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 17-inch wheels and a 2.5l engine fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were produced with a tire information label that lists an incorrect front tire size. The correct front tire size should be listed as 225/45 r17. The inflation pressure is correct.

The risk

A misprinted label could lead to fitment of improperly sized replacement tires.

The fix

Owners will be provided with a new tire information label and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can perform the installation for them free of charge. The recall began on february 27, 2006. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298.

Notes

Volkswagen recall no. M8.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
ComponentEquipment › Other › Labels
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V043000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volkswagen Beetle2006All 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 06V-043?

Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 17-inch wheels and a 2.5l engine fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were produced with a tire information label that lists an incorrect front tire size. The correct front tire size should be listed as 225/45 r17. The inflation pressure is correct.

How is recall 06V-043 fixed?

Owners will be provided with a new tire information label and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can perform the installation for them free of charge. The recall began on february 27, 2006. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298.

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.