Recalls for 1999 Volkswagen Gti

DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Posted on: 2007-02-21
Description
On certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly.

Consequence
The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on.  Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.

Corrective Action
Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge.  The recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007.  Vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both.  The remedy is the same for each recall.  Volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle.  Owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987.

Notes
Volkswagen recall no.  N4.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Posted on: 2005-04-19
Description
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with gasoline engines and double-layer fuel tanks, tension on the fuel supply line may cause the fuel pump supply nipple to crack which could result in a leak.

Consequence
Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may cause a fire.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the fuel supply line for tension, and inspect the fuel pump supply nipple for cracking.  If necessary the fuel line and the fuel pump will be replaced free of charge.  The recall began on july 25, 2005.  Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

Notes
Volkswagen recall no.  Uu.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.