NHTSA recall 08V036000
Structure › Body › Roof and pillars
Volkswagen Beetle
Reported Jan 28, 2008510 vehicles affectedVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INCMaker’s number 66D1 (Q9)Built Nov 5, 2007 – Dec 20, 2007
The defect
On certain special edition triple white sedan vehicles, an incorrect adhesive may have been used to attach the roof spoiler to the rear glass of the vehicle. if the incorrect adhesive was used, the spoiler could become loose or fall from the vehicle without warning, even though initially the spoiler may feel secure.
The risk
If this happens, the spoiler could cause injury by striking persons outside the vehicle or could become an obstacle to other drivers, possibly resulting in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the roof spoiler on these vehicles. the recall began on february 29, 2008. owners may contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.