Golf GL L4-2.0L (AEG) (2001)
Technical Service Bulletin # RECALLWJ
Date: 020301
Recall - ABS Control Unit Replacement
Recall Circular
Code: WJ
Subject:
2001/2002 Model Year Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, GTI and New Beetle Check/Replace ABS Control Unit
Dear Volkswagen Dealer:
This is to inform you of the initiation of a voluntary safety recall involving some 2001 and 2002 model year Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, GTI and New
Beetle vehicles.
Problem Description
Volkswagen has found that an electronic chip in the control unit could experience an electrical short causing the connector wire insulation to become
scorched.
Remedial Action
Check and replace, where required, ABS control unit.
Vehicle Identification
Number Ranges
The vehicles affected by this recall action are within the following vehicle identification number ranges:
Please note that the above VINs represent the lowest and highest serial numbers of affected vehicles. Use of the OTIS campaign inquiry system will
allow you to determine whether or not a particular vehicle, within the above VIN ranges, requires the corrective work.
Note:
Volkswagen will not reimburse under recall any duplicate recall repair work or a repair outside the VIN ranges.
Owner Notification Mailing
Volkswagen of America, Inc. will mail first class notification letters to all known owners of affected vehicles on or about March 14, 2002. A copy of the
owner letter is enclosed for your information.
Vehicle Allocation
Under separate cover and prior to owner notification, we will provide you a computer printout list containing VINs including owner names and addresses
of vehicles located within your dealership's area of responsibility.
Note:
The above listing will include names and addresses obtained from state motor vehicle registrations. Under the law of most states, including
regulations set forth by the California Department of Motor Vehicles, vehicle registration information may only be used for recall purposes. Use for
any other reason may constitute a violation of state law.
Parts Information