Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||||
| 0201 | 04/15/2002 | 0001 | 633840 | Rear brake pads that appear to be worn prematurely. *tt | 09/24/2002 |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - SWITCHES - BRAKE LIGHT | ||||||
| EA03002 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 04/08/2003 | 08/20/2003 | BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH | 03V265000 | |
| The brake light switch used in cruise control equipped my 1998-1999 and all my 2000 and later models has undergone multiple revisions.analysis of warranty and complaint data indicates high replacement rates occurred in vehicles built with brake switch part numbers 1j0 945 511a and 1j0 945 511b, the original and first revision levels, respectively.the failure of the switch could result in failure of the brake lights to illuminate when the brakes are applied, or could cause the brake lamps to stay continually illuminated.either condition results in the inability of the brake lights to notify other motorists of vehicle braking.under safety recall 03v-265, volkswagen will inspect the brake light switch on all vehicles built through november 2001.any affected switch will be replaced free of charge with the most current version, part number 1j0 945 511d. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 10/02/2003 | 2 | ||
| Problems with vehicle's brakes.*mr the consumers had placed there vehicle in the shop for repairs it was approximately 11 days before returning. the consumer felled it was seriously a defective vehicle, either and accident would occur or in event breaking the lease. please help in resolving matters. *cb | |||
| 40000 | 1 | ||
| Problems with brake equipment on 2001 beetle. *mr the consumer was concerned with the fact that the service dealer kept the vehicle for 17 days to fix the brake problem. *scc *jb | |||
| 10/01/2002 | 16500 | 1 | |
| The brake pedal would go all the way to the floor. the pedal was hard and would not stop the vehicle at all. the dealership was aware of the problem. ts *tt *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 10/26/2006 | 137164 | 1 | 11/01/2002 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the abs light illuminated without warning. the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the entire abs unit needed to be replaced. there was a nhtsa recall, #02v031000, regarding the antilock brakes. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. the manufacturer was alerted. the consumer stated the repair shop stated that her car was covered for this type of repair however, the dealership stated the car was not covered. the consumer provided a copy of the recall letter. updated 08/06/07 *tr | |||
| 02/17/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving 60 mph abs light appeared on the dashboard.then, consumer heard a popping noise coming from the brake pedal. consumer took the vehicle to a mechanic for inspection. *ak | |||
| 02/15/2003 | 1 | ||
| When the anti lock brakes were applied, they locked up which caused extended stopping distance.*jb | |||
| 12/02/2000 | 0 | ||
| Consumer was traveling about 10mph on a side street at a traffic stop, and when light turned green, he applied gas and steering wheel column locked up. he couldn't turn steering left or right. dealership was aware of problem. also, transmission leaks coolant, and wheels locked up. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 11/10/2003 | 30000 | 1 | |
| At 30,000 miles my beetle needed new rear brakes after damage occured to the rotor. after observing them i decided to change the front brakes as well, the front brakes had plenty of pad left. is it not normal that the front wear more prematurely than the rear??? *jb | |||
| 11/10/2003 | 30000 | 1 | |
| At 30,000 miles my beetle needed new rear brakes after damage occurred to the rotor. after observing them i decided to change the front brakes as well, the front brakes had plenty of pad left. is it not normal that the front wear more prematurely than the rear??? *jb | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer stated that the brake pedal went down slowly when the brakes were applied on a hill. also the brakes cause a jolting stop. *yh | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 1 | 02/16/2002 | ||
| Vehicle is pulling to the left when braking. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 05/01/2003 | 62000 | 1 | 03/01/2001 |
| While applying the brakes the consumer heard a loud knocking noise from the rear. the consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for an inspection and the mechanic determined that the rear brakes and rotors needed to be replaced due to corrosion. *ak the rear brakes needed to be replaced along with the rotors. the front brake pads showed no sign of wear and the rear brake pads wore to the extent that the brake rotor was damaged beyond repair. the dash indicator light did not illuminate. *sc *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||
| 05/01/2003 | 62000 | 1 | 03/01/2001 |
| While applying the brakes the consumer heard a loud knocking noise from the rear. the consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for an inspection and the mechanic determined that the rear brakes and rotors needed to be replaced due to corrosion. *ak the rear brakes needed to be replaced along with the rotors. the front brake pads showed no sign of wear and the rear brake pads wore to the extent that the brake rotor was damaged beyond repair. the dash indicator light did not illuminate. *sc *jb | |||