Recall
Volkswagen New Beetle — 03V265000
NHTSA ID
03V265000
Make
Volkswagen
Model
New Beetle
Years Affected
2000
Recall Date
2003-07-25
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Units Affected
295,136
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
WT
Summary
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION.
Consequence
IF THIS HAPPENS, THE BRAKE LAMPS COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE; OR THE LAMPS COULD COME ON AND STAY ON, EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE IS PARKED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCHES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 26, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VWOA AT 1-800-822-8987.