Recall 03V-265
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recalled the 1998 to 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle: Exterior lighting (brake lights, switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 03V-265
- Reported
- July 25, 2003
- Vehicles affected
- 295,136 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the brake lamp switch may malfunction.
The risk
If this happens, the brake lamps could become inoperative; or the lamps could come on and stay on, even though the vehicle is parked.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake lamp switches. Owner notification began september 26, 2003. Owners should contact vwoa at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
VW recall no. Wt.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen New Beetle 1998 to 2001