NHTSA recall 03V508000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Volkswagen New Beetle
Reported Dec 4, 200315,115 vehicles affectedVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCMaker’s number VB/ZHBuilt Jun 1, 2003 – Sep 30, 2003
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the tire information label IS incorrect identifying the vehicle as a five-passenger vehicle, instead of a four-passenger vehicle.
The risk
Exceeding the correct seating capacity in a vehicle puts occupants at risk for injury in a crash, and can result in vehicle overloading, which can affect vehicle handling and put you at risk for a crash.
The remedy
Owners will be sent a new label and installation instructions. owner notification began on february 9, 2004. owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.