Recall 99V-251: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Sep 17, 1999, covering about 67,076 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles do not comply with the head injury criterion requirements of FMVSS no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." the upper retainer clip near the bp1 impact location is designed to break when impacted by the head form. In some cases, the material of the trim part may be more impact resistant as a result of variations in the molding process.
The risk
This condition could prevent the clip from breaking on impact and result in less deformation in the impacted area and a higher decleration of the head form, increasing the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will remove the trim cover from each of the b pillars and install a new cover.
Notes
Vw recall no. Um. Owner notification began march 15, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Frame and Members |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V251000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Jetta | 1999 | All 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 99V-251?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles do not comply with the head injury criterion requirements of FMVSS no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." the upper retainer clip near the bp1 impact location is designed to break when impacted by the head form. In some cases, the material of the trim part may be more impact resistant as a result of variations in the molding process.
How is recall 99V-251 fixed?
Dealers will remove the trim cover from each of the b pillars and install a new cover.
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.