Recall 06V183000: Brake Light Switch Defect

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Volkswagen/Jetta 1999-2002

Volkswagen/New Beetle 1998-2002

MANUFACTURER: Volkswagen of America, Inc.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V183000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: May 24, 2006

COMPONENT: Exterior Lighting: Brake Lights: Switch

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 362000

SUMMARY:
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions and cruise controls, a brake light switch on these vehicles may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly during safety recalls 03V-265 OR 04V-096.

CONSEQUENCE:
The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.

REMEDY:
Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before December 8, 2006. Owners may contact VW at 1-800-822-8987.

NOTES:
VW recall No. N4. Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.