2003 VOLKSWAGEN GTI Recall

Campaign:
07V063000 on 02/20/2007
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Manufactured:
01/31/2000 - 07/30/2005
Affected:
1,002,000
Defect:
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.
Correction:
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.

2003 VOLKSWAGEN GTI TSBs (44)

Bulletin:
0304
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Update programming (flashing) engine control module (ecm). various models including the jetta wagon. *tt
Bulletin:
WG
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Replacement of the ignition coils. it is possible that if one of the vehicle's ignition coil fails, rough idling or reduced driving power could occur in addition to illumination of the malfunction indicator lamp light. *tt *mj
Bulletin:
VV
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Comfort seats may have a seat heater element that can malfunction when the ignition switch is on. customer satisfaction campaign vv. *tt
Bulletin:
0508
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Update programming flashing engine control module ecm. vw 2002-2003 gti, jetta, jetta wagon with 1.8 eng. code awp *sc
Bulletin:
M3
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Customer satisfaction campaign circular - seat heater element can malfunction when the ignition switch is on and the seat heater switch is on. the seat heater mat may temporarily overheat and become inoperative. install new passenger side
Bulletin:
VZ
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Comfort seats may have a seat heater element that can malfunction when the ignition switch is on. customer satisfaction campaign vz. *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:
720702
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Seat heater is inoperative. *kb
Bulletin:
2002419
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Intermittent windshield wiper, wipes across windshield once then stops. *kb
Bulletin:
VV
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Customer satisfaction campaign circular. install driver's side heater repair kit. seat heater may malfunction when the ignition switch is on. this could cause the heater mat to temporarily overheat and become inoperative. *kb
Bulletin:
VV-VV00
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Customer satisfaction campaign circular: certain vehicles equipped with comfort seats: install driver's side seat heater repair kit. *pe updated 3/23/09. revision to customer satisfaction campaign. *pe updated 3/17/10. *
Bulletin:
VZ-VZ00
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Volkswagen: certain vehicles equipped with comfort seats; install new passenger side seat heater switch. this include jetta wagon. *pe updated 3/23/09. revision to customer satisfaction campaigns for seat heaters. *pe up
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:
060910
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Volkswagen service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. revised expiration dates for seat heater customer satisfaction campaigns. affected vehicles may have a seat heater element than can malfunction when the ignition sw
Bulletin:
SB-28F3
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Volkswagen: vehicles may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. if this happens, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) will illuminated to let you know that the vehicle may experience some deterioration in per
Bulletin:
SA-28F3
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Volkswagen: (revised) vehicles may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. if this happens, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) will illuminated to let you know that vehicle may experience some deterioration
Bulletin:
TB-00-10-06
Component:
510000 child seat:latch connector
Summary:
Volkswagen: child restraint latch guidance fixture; compliance with fmvss 225 (usa only). update to existing technical bulletin. no production change required. all models. *pe
Bulletin:
SAC-28F3/P1-REV
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Volkswagen: gasoline engine vehicles inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils. vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. models passat and wagon; golf; gti; jetta a
Bulletin:
TB-01-12-04
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Volkswagen: gasoline engines have rough idle, have significant loss of power or stalling with reduced performance. *pe
Bulletin:
Quick Reference
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Quick reference update guide: this document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle
Bulletin:
V011602 2014815
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Technical tips on what to do if improper gasoline has been added to the vehicle.
Bulletin:
V011503 2014815
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Discusses the issues associated with using contaiminated gasoline. there are recommendations to use top tier gasoline retailers
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:
Reference - Refl
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Quick reference update guide: this document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle
Bulletin:
TT 20-09-06
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Tech tips (tdi engine - n75 solenoid valve diagnosis): this document informs with graphical aid the testing of the n75 solenoid valve in the event of a turbocharger fault code such as p0299 or p0234. this applies to mechanical injection st
Bulletin:
TT 200901
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
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:
TT 21-13-01
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Tech tips (equipped with turbocharged engine turbocharger replacement tip): if mechanical damage is found to the turbocharger (e.g. damaged compression wheel, loose or broken shaft), it is not enough to just replace the turbocharger. thi
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:
V871620 2005566
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Update model and model year applicability.
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:
V011615 2014815
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Update to include additional model year applicability.
Bulletin:
TT 00-16-02
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that cannot be re-used
Bulletin:
Update 02122016
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Quick reference of vehicle concerns. includes a list of software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns updated
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:
Ref. - Reflash U
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Quick reference update guide of the vehicles expected upgraded software level. the latest corresponding technical bulletins that address the issues, and concerns that have been had with the vehicles.
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:
Quick Reference
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Quick reference of vehicle concerns. includes a list of software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns updated
Bulletin:
TT001703
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tip for scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
Bulletin:
A971861 2013504-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.

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