Recalls
Recall 12342
USA Recall: Unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the bolts securing the front hood latch can loosen over time. the latch would move causing disengagement of the hood striker from the latch.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.
Additional Notes:
Owner notification began october 15, 1998.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 vwoa 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).
Affected Vehicles