1996 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF Recall

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).

1996 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TSBs (26)

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:
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:
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:
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:
PDI - GOLF GTI T
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Golf/gti perfect delivery inspection (pdi) - technician and detailer inspections:
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 - GOLF GTI T
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
golf 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 - GOLF GTI T
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Golf 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 purcha
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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