1996 Volkswagen Jetta Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. 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.

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

  Full campaign details →

NHTSA investigations

• EA00028Fuel tank punctureClosed · Dec 28, 2000
• EA00020Light and /windshield wipersClosed · Aug 10, 2000
• PE00033Fuel tank punctureClosed · Aug 10, 2000
• PE00006Lights and/or windshield wiper obscuredClosed · Feb 2, 2000

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