1995 Volkswagen GTI Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1995 Volkswagen GTI. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 98V195000Aug 17, 1998153,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Volkswagen GTI 1993–1995, Jetta 1993–1995, Golf 1993–1995

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear brake line on the passenger side was routed too close to the corner of the fuel tank. The line could be damaged by chafing against the fuel tank.

  Possible consequence: Repeated chafing could eventually result in a leaking brake line causing diminished braking in one brake circuit increasing the vehicle's stopping distance.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake line and replace any damaged lines.

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• 98V160000Jul 16, 1998238,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch
  Covers: Volkswagen GTI 1993–1996, Jetta 1993–1996, Golf 1993–1996

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The bolts securing the front hood latch can loosen over time. The latch would move causing disengagement of the hood striker from the latch.

  Possible consequence: Unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.

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