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NHTSA Campaign ID:  02V031000
Component:  Brakes: Hydraulic: Anti-Skid System
Manufacturer:  Volkswagen Of America Inc.
Year:
2002
Make:
Volkswagon
Model:
Jetta
Recall Date:
02/04/2002
Potential Number of Units Affected: 55,000
Manufactured: 10/2000 - 09/2001
Defect Summary:
Short circuits can occur within the electronic control unit of the anti-lock braking system (ABS).
Consequence Summary:
This can result in a fire.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will replace the ABS control unit. Owner notification is expected to begin during late-February/early March 2002. 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.

NHTSA Campaign ID:  04V096000
Component:  Exterior Lighting: Brake Lights: Switch
Manufacturer:  Volkswagen Of America Inc.
Year:
2002
Make:
Volkswagon
Model:
Jetta
Recall Date:
02/20/2004
Potential Number of Units Affected: 377,130
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction.
Consequence Summary:
If this happens, the brake lights could become inoperative, or come on and stay on, even though the vehicle is parked.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will replace these switches. Owner notification is expected to begin during April 2004. Owners should contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

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