1998 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE Recalls (8)

Campaign:
98V100000 on 05/17/1998
Component:
Electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Manufactured:
12/31/1997 - 05/30/1998
Affected:
8,500
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the electrical wiring located in the engine compartment was routed too close to the endge of the vehicle's battery tray. the wiring can become damaged over time by chafing and the air-conditioner compressor and/or the fuel pump can malfunction.
Consequence:
A malfunction of the fuel pump can cause the vehicle to stall, and in some instances, could also result in a wiring fire in the engine compartment.
Correction:
Dealers will install a modified battery tray and inspect, properly route, and securing the wiring in accordance with the recall repair instructions.
Notes:
Owner notification began may 14, 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 1-877-4-beetle (1-877-423-3853).also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
61,944
Defect:
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."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.
Campaign:
06V183000 on 05/24/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Manufactured:
12/31/1997 - 11/29/2001
Affected:
646,246
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with automatic or manual transmissions and cruise controls, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly during safety recalls 03v-265 or 04v-096.
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.
Correction:
Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on november 27, 2006. 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:
Vw recall no. n4.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.
Campaign:
06E049000 on 06/04/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
27,176
Defect:
Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."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.
Campaign:
06E060000 on 06/28/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
87,745
Defect:
Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence:
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash
Correction:
Aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2006. owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aai motorsports aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."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.
Campaign:
08E050000 on 08/13/2008
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
1,921
Defect:
K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. these headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence:
Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. the recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by honda, ford, or chrysler llc. 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.
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> .
Campaign:
14E007000 on 03/11/2014
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Affected:
50
Defect:
The gates corporation (gates) is recalling certain aftermarket tru-flow water pumps, part number tfw 41127, sold at certain napa auto parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after november 1, 2013 (and manufactured august 2013 through october 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'us9377' stamped on the water pump housing. these service replacement parts were sold for use in model year 1999-2005 audi a4, 2000-2006 audi tt, 1998-2005 volkswagen beetle, 1999-2006 golf, 1999-2008 and 2011-2013 volkswagen jetta, and 2000-2005 volkswagen passat. in the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail.
Consequence:
A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. the recall began during may 2014. owners may contact the gates corporation at 1-303-744-1911.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

1998 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE TSBs (42)

Bulletin:
9801
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Installation instructions for cd changer. *yc
Bulletin:
9801
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Removal at pre-delivery inspection for front suspension shipping spacers. *yc
Bulletin:
V9807
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Subject on electrical wiring diagrams, troubleshooting & components locations bulleting no. 2. *yc
Bulletin:
9802
Component:
162200 structure:body:bumpers
Summary:
Some vehicles are not produced with front bumper license plate mounts. *yc
Bulletin:
9802
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject on sidewinder key and locks. *yc
Bulletin:
9801
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Updates on repair manual revisions. *yc
Bulletin:
9802
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Conditions with various electrical malfunctions. *yc
Bulletin:
9901
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Information regarding wheel alignment specifications. *tt
Bulletin:
0001
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Concerns with transmission in limp mode with no malfunction indicator lamp illuminated. *tt
Bulletin:
0001
Component:
181000 vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit throttle pedal vibration at idle and / or rapping noise against engine cover heard on vehicles with secondary air injection. *tt
Bulletin:
0603
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Door windows, may seperate from window regulator clamps. *kb
Bulletin:
010702
Component:
062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Summary:
Dtc's p1297 (17705) or p1557 (17965) stored in dtc memory. this may be caused by intake hoses leaking (during boost conditions) due to incorrect torque on clamps or improper placement, worn or torn intake hoses. *kb
Bulletin:
970102
Component:
114100 electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Summary:
Wiring harness, coolant contamination at instrument cluster. *kb
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:
TB-09-10-02
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the fluctuations. some electric consumers come on in cycles or have no constant
Bulletin:
TB-94-10-02
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. the headlamps or inside lights intermittently dim slightly at idle speed. at idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the f
Bulletin:
TT-21-10-01
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Volkswagen: diagnosis n75 solenoid valve on turbocharger, with fault codes p0299 and p0234, that leads to testing on which vacuum ports that would hold and which ones will not. no models were listed. model years 2006-2013 with 2.0t gaso
Bulletin:
SM-91-2012
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Audi/volkswagen: a parts circular is issued regarding the fuel pump claims procedures. no model or model years listed. *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:
V871409 2019947
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Technical bulletin (air conditioning, cleaning of the refrigerant circuit): in cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or component is circ
Bulletin:
V171404 2012855
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Technical bulletin (engine oils which meet volkswagen oil quality standard): this document informs of a sample list of products generally available in the north american market that meet the volkswagen oil quality standard
Bulletin:
V271501 2011894
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Technical bulletin: battery, testing and charging using midtronics vas6161, mcr340v, incharge 940, or grx3000vas charger
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:
V851401 2012432
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Technical bulletin (temperature output control cannot be adjusted): customer states cannot adjust temperature and/or a/c is not cold. the blend door control lever moves freely, but the blend door does not operate. a bushing that fits on 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:
V921502 2026253
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
Technical bulletin (windshield wipers streak or smear): windshield or rear window is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or the surface feels rough. to avoid unnecessary replacement of wiper blades, the condition and cleanliness of the w
Bulletin:
V871506 2019947
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Technical bulletin (air conditioning, cleaning of the refrigerant circuit (u.s.only)): in cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or compon
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:
TT 24-08-01
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tech tips (models with 1.8t engine - pressure loss issues): fault code p1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then returned to idle. this document informs of what to do should th
Bulletin:
TT 200901
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
Bulletin:
PDI - BEETLE TEC
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Beetle 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 purc
Bulletin:
PDI - BEETLE TEC
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Beetle 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 purc
Bulletin:
V691601 2010479
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Update model year applicability to include 2017.
Bulletin:
V871622 2019947
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Update to model year applicability.
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.
Bulletin:
V171701 2012855
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
17 17 01 july 5, 2017 2012855 supersedes technical bulletin 17-16-02 (v171602) dated april 29, 2016 due to updated oil standards lists to current specifications. engine oils which meet volkswagen oil quality standards
Bulletin:
TT001703
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tip for scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan

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