Recall 06V-043
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recalled the 2006 Volkswagen Beetle: Equipment (other, labels).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 06V-043
- Reported
- February 9, 2006
- Vehicles affected
- 906 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Volkswagen recall no. M8.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Beetle 2006