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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.

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.