Recall 03V-266: 2004 Volkswagen Touareg

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jul 25, 2003, covering about 670 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-266
Report date
Jul 25, 2003
Vehicles affected
670
Owners notified
Oct 10, 2003

The problem

On certain sport utility vehicles, the tire pressure monitoring system (Tpms) wiring harness may have been improperly routed during assembly. An improperly routed TPMS wiring harness may contact the parking brake cable spring.

The risk

If this happens, the TPMS wiring circuit could be interrupted, resulting in an inoperative TPMS, and causing a short-to-ground condition that could potentially result in a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the TPMS wiring harness routing and, if necessary, correct the wiring harness routing. Owner notification began august 18, 2003. Owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-893-5298.

Notes

Vw recall no. Ws.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number03V266000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volkswagen Touareg2004All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 03V-266?

On certain sport utility vehicles, the tire pressure monitoring system (Tpms) wiring harness may have been improperly routed during assembly. An improperly routed TPMS wiring harness may contact the parking brake cable spring.

How is recall 03V-266 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the TPMS wiring harness routing and, if necessary, correct the wiring harness routing. Owner notification began august 18, 2003. Owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-893-5298.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.