Recall 98V-195
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recalled the 1993 to 1995 Volkswagen GTI and 2 other models: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 98V-195
- Reported
- August 17, 1998
- Vehicles affected
- 153,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear brake line on the passenger side was routed too close to the corner of the fuel tank. The line could be damaged by chafing against the fuel tank.
The risk
Repeated chafing could eventually result in a leaking brake line causing diminished braking in one brake circuit increasing the vehicle's stopping distance.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the brake line and replace any damaged lines.
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 VW 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 1995
- Volkswagen Golf 1993 to 1995
- Volkswagen Jetta 1993 to 1995