1996 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Recalls (2)

Campaign:
98V160000 on 08/05/1998
Component:
Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
Manufactured:
07/31/1992 - 02/27/1996
Affected:
238,000
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
Unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.
Notes:
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 1-800-822-8987.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
09E012000 on 04/06/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
16,270
Defect:
Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

1996 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA TSBs (30)

Bulletin:
9704109702F
Component:
103300 power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Summary:
Difficulties with shift lever and transmission is hard to shift into reverse gear. *yc
Bulletin:
9704169709F
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Subject on the automatic transmission control module can additionally recognize two diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) not currently shown in the repair manual. *yc
Bulletin:
9708209701A
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Concerns with cassette tape player, sound output low or distorted, tapes may be destroyed. *yc
Bulletin:
9701219701D
Component:
171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:
Conditions regarding exterior door locks cannot be locked or unlocked with key when ambient temperature is below freezing. *yc
Bulletin:
9801
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Difficulties in closing rear lid. *yc
Bulletin:
9805
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on maintenance intervals. *yc
Bulletin:
01 9706
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Engine intermittently will not start, possibledtc's stored in tcm dtc memory
Bulletin:
34 9703
Component:
103300 power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Summary:
Transmission pops out of gear/shifter feels like it has a double detent when shifting into gear, and will not maintain shift adjustment. *ak
Bulletin:
15 9701
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Toothed belt runs towards outside, wears out/ jumps off, and cracks. *ak
Bulletin:
00 9706
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Chart identifies which transmission control modules (tmc) are available for various states. *ak
Bulletin:
57 9702
Component:
171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:
Procedure for obtaining door lock key code if a new key must be cut. *ak
Bulletin:
0101
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Subject regarding latch system lower anchors and tethers for children, installing / retrofitting. *tt
Bulletin:
0302
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Installing new style switch for the throttle position sensor. *tt
Bulletin:
0328
Component:
116100 electrical system:ignition:switch
Summary:
Ignition switch limited warranty extension 1996-1997 vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
101703
Component:
116100 electrical system:ignition:switch
Summary:
Ignition switch special warranty extension question and answer sheet to volkswagen owners. *tt
Bulletin:
2015831
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe
Bulletin:
V941403 2011521
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Technical bulletin (exterior lights, moisture accumulation): this document informs of the condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. the document also informs how to service the issue.
Bulletin:
V941501 2011521
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Technical bulletin: condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document
Bulletin:
TT 64-14-02
Component:
138200 visibility:defroster/defogger system:rear window
Summary:
Tech tips (heated rear window, one or more lines inoperative): to detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 v, which will be present after the open in the grid line. this document informs of how to diagnose t
Bulletin:
TT 64-14-02
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tech tips (heated rear window, one or more lines inoperative): to detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 v, which will be present after the open in the grid line. the check must be performed with the engin
Bulletin:
V941402 2011521
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Technical bulletin (exterior lights, moisture accumulation): exterior light assemblies (headlights, taillights, fog lights, turn signals) are vented and may collect moisture on their inner surfaces, depending on humidity and other climatic
Bulletin:
V001404 2010380
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Technical bulletin (squeaks, rattles, noise, repair materials): this doucment contains a list of components and applications developed to repair concerns of squeaks, rattles, noise and trim fit conditions.
Bulletin:
PDI - JETTA TECH
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Jetta perfect delivery inspection (pdi) - technician and detailer inspections: a checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purch
Bulletin:
PDI - JETTA JSW
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Jetta-jsw perfect delivery inspection (pdi) - technician and detailer inspections: a checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has p
Bulletin:
PDI - JETTA TECH
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Jetta perfect delivery inspection (pdi) - technician and detailer inspections: a checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purch
Bulletin:
V691601 2010479
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Update model year applicability to include 2017.
Bulletin:
TT 97-12-02
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
data link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. update model year applicability.
Bulletin:
1-2017 Update
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This communication is to update our profi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound profi requests.
Bulletin:
Elsa 6-22-15
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This document contains the vw elsa newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, elsapro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech
Bulletin:
Elsa 6-29-15
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This document contains the vw elsa newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.

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