Recall 98V-160
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recalled the 1993 to 1996 Volkswagen GTI and 2 other models: Latches/locks/linkages (hood, latch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 98V-160
- Reported
- July 16, 1998
- Vehicles affected
- 238,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The bolts securing the front hood latch can loosen over time. The latch would move causing disengagement of the hood striker from the latch.
The risk
Unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began october 15, 1998.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 vwoa at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen GTI 1993 to 1996
- Volkswagen Golf 1993 to 1996
- Volkswagen Jetta 1993 to 1996