Recall 07V-063: 2001–2007 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999–2006 Volkswagen Golf and 4 more
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Feb 20, 2007, covering about 1,002,000 vehicles.
The problem
On certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly.
The risk
The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.
The fix
Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. Vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. The remedy is the same for each recall. Volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the VIN number of the vehicle. Owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987.
Notes
Volkswagen recall no. N4.customers may 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
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V063000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Beetle | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Volkswagen Golf | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Volkswagen GTI | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Volkswagen Passat | 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Volkswagen R32 | 2004 | All 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 07V-063?
On certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly.
How is recall 07V-063 fixed?
Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. Vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. The remedy is the same for each recall. Volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the VIN number of the vehicle. Owners may contact vw 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.