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Recall campaign89V221000

Recall 89V221000: 1987–1989 Volkswagen Jetta

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and…
Report received
Dec 8, 1989
Manufacturer
Volkswagen of america,inc
Potentially affected
8,000vehicles
Model years
1987–1989

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.

Possible consequence

Prolonged chafing could eventually cause a leaking brakeline resulting in diminished braking in one brake circuit which would increasethe stopping distances and result in an accident.

Remedy

Curve or replace right front brake line.

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.