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.
- 1987 Volkswagen Jetta18 complaints
- 1988 Volkswagen Jetta19 complaints
- 1989 Volkswagen Jetta28 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.