Recall campaign88V144000
Recall 88V144000: 1988 Volkswagen Jetta
Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Vacuum
- Report received
- Aug 29, 1988
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen of america,inc
- Potentially affected
- 1,700vehicles
- Model years
- 1988
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Brake boosters have been improperly assembled with the two halves of the booster unit insufficiently connected.
Possible consequence
Brake booster halves could separate under heavy brakeapplication and braking power would suddenly diminish which could result in anaccident.
Remedy
Replace brake boosters as necessary.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1988 Volkswagen Jetta19 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.