Abs Control Unit (02V031000)

WARNING: This page is about the Jetta GLS, 4D Sedan, 1.8 D, Automatic, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 1970-01-01
Reference number: 02V031000

ABS CONTROL UNIT

NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 02V031000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION

Model(s): 2001 Volkswagen Golf

2001 Volkswagen Jetta

2001 Volkswagen New Beetle

2002 Volkswagen Golf

2002 Volkswagen Jetta

2002 Volkswagen New Beetle

Campaign No: 02V031000

Mfg. Campaign No: WJ

Number of Affected Vehicles: 00005500

Beginning Date of Manufacture: 2000 10 01

Ending Date of Manufacture: 2001 09 30

DEFECT SUMMARY

Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles. Short circuits can occur within the electronic control unit of the anti-lock braking system (ABS).

CONSEQUENCE SUMMARY

This can result in a fire.

CORRECTIVE SUMMARY

Dealers will replace the ABS control unit. Owner notification began March 8, 2002. 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 Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing impaired, call (800) 424-9153.