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1996 VOLKSWAGEN Golf
1 Recalls for 1996 VOLKSWAGEN Golf
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 1998-07-16 | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH | 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. Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HOOD LATCH AND SECURING BOLTS AND REPLACE THEM IF NECESSARY. |
1 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 1996 VOLKSWAGEN Golf
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-05-12 | transmission |
56 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 1996 VOLKSWAGEN Golf
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-07-07 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING
ODI Number: 10341796 | |||
| 2006-07-20 |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
ODI Number: 10162989 | |||
| 2004-09-16 |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
ODI Number: 10092439 | |||
| 2002-06-07 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
ODI Number: 8011305 | |||
| 1995-12-18 |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
ODI Number: 976749 | |||
| 1995-12-18 |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
ODI Number: 976749 | |||
| 1996-03-22 |
SUSPENSION:FRONT
ODI Number: 981134 | |||
| 2001-06-01 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 889514 | |||
| 2001-04-25 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
ODI Number: 886797 | |||
| 2001-03-23 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
ODI Number: 884033 | |||
| 1999-10-07 |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
ODI Number: 850266 | |||
| 1997-03-06 |
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
ODI Number: 808266 | |||
| 1997-01-02 |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
ODI Number: 806955 | |||
| 1998-11-30 |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
ODI Number: 781613 | |||
| 2001-05-03 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
ODI Number: 744910 | |||
| 2001-03-21 |
STRUCTURE:BODY | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 742822 | |||
| 2000-12-03 |
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
ODI Number: 737234 | |||
| 2000-11-28 |
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
ODI Number: 737017 | |||
| 2000-10-31 |
TIRES
ODI Number: 735504 | |||
| 1999-04-24 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
ODI Number: 705954 | |||
| 1999-05-21 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 706709 | |||
| 1999-03-21 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL | EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 704713 | |||
| 1999-01-10 |
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
ODI Number: 702089 | |||
| 1997-09-09 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
ODI Number: 606064 | |||
| 1997-09-09 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
ODI Number: 606064 | |||
| 2000-06-07 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
ODI Number: 552533 | |||
| 2000-06-07 |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
ODI Number: 552533 | |||
| 2000-06-07 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
ODI Number: 552533 | |||
| 2000-06-07 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
ODI Number: 552533 | |||
| 2000-06-07 |
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
ODI Number: 552533 | |||
| 1998-12-31 |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
ODI Number: 543382 | |||
| 1998-12-31 |
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
ODI Number: 543382 | |||
| 1998-12-31 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
ODI Number: 543382 | |||
| 1998-09-29 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 541430 | |||
| 1998-11-05 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
ODI Number: 542446 | |||
| 1998-06-29 |
SUSPENSION:FRONT
ODI Number: 536948 | |||
| 1998-06-29 |
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
ODI Number: 536948 | |||
| 1998-06-29 |
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
ODI Number: 536948 | |||
| 1998-06-29 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 536948 | |||
| 1998-04-06 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
ODI Number: 533862 | |||
| 1998-04-06 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM
ODI Number: 533862 | |||
| 1998-04-11 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM
ODI Number: 534181 | |||
| 1998-02-25 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN
ODI Number: 531388 | |||
| 1998-02-27 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
ODI Number: 531514 | |||
| 1998-02-27 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 531514 | |||
| 1998-02-27 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
ODI Number: 531514 | |||
| 1998-02-27 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
ODI Number: 531514 | |||
| 1997-07-25 |
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
ODI Number: 521891 | |||
| 1997-04-11 |
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 516451 | |||
| 1997-04-11 |
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
ODI Number: 516451 | |||
| 1997-04-11 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
ODI Number: 516451 | |||
| 1997-04-11 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
ODI Number: 516451 | |||
| 1997-04-11 |
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
ODI Number: 516451 | |||
| 1997-04-11 |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 516451 | |||
| 1996-09-12 |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
ODI Number: 508599 | |||
| 1997-04-10 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
ODI Number: 603100 |
1 Investigations for 1996 VOLKSWAGEN Golf
| Date Opened | Date Closed | Component | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-07-01 | 1998-07-20 | STRUCTURE |
41 Service Alerts for 1996 VOLKSWAGEN Golf
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2016-01-22 | 140000 AIR BAGS
Airbag Issues. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-04-21 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-06-28 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-18 | 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-06-22 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-03-27 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-02-01 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-06-29 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-04-10 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletin (Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials): This doucment contains a list of components and applications developed to repair concerns of squeaks, rattles, noise and trim fit conditions. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-03-06 | 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): Exterior light assemblies (headlights, taillights, fog lights, turn signals) are vented and may collect moisture on their inner surfaces, depending on humidity and other climatic Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-06-22 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-06-22 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-23 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-07-17 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Golf Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) – Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purch Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-06-13 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Golf Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) – Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purcha Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-05-08 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-05-08 | 132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-05-08 | 133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-03-27 | 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-03-27 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-01-24 | 138200 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. This document informs of how to diagnose t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-02-11 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Golf/GTI Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) – Technician and Detailer Inspections: Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-06-04 | 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The document also informs how to service the issue. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-06-04 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The document also informs how to service the issue. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2008-08-28 | 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
VOLKSWAGEN: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. HEAT SHIELDS ARE TO BE INSPECTED AFTER COMPLETION O ANY TYPE OF REPAIR TO THE UNDERBODY (EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION, ETC.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2008-08-28 | 161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
VOLKSWAGEN: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. HEAT SHIELDS ARE TO BE INSPECTED AFTER COMPLETION O ANY TYPE OF REPAIR TO THE UNDERBODY (EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION, ETC.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2003-02-03 | 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
INSTALLING NEW STYLE SWITCH FOR THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-01-21 | 171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
CONDITIONS REGARDING EXTERIOR DOOR LOCKS CANNOT BE LOCKED OR UNLOCKED WITH KEY WHEN AMBIENT TEMPERATURE IS BELOW FREEZING. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-01-21 | 171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING DOOR LOCK KEY CODE IF A NEW KEY MUST BE CUT. *AK Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-07-31 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
CHART IDENTIFIES WHICH TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULES (TMC) ARE AVAILABLE FOR VARIOUS STATES. *AK Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-07-31 | 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CHART IDENTIFIES WHICH TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULES (TMC) ARE AVAILABLE FOR VARIOUS STATES. *AK Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-06-04 | 061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
TOOTHED BELT RUNS TOWARDS OUTSIDE, WEARS OUT/ JUMPS OFF, AND CRACKS. *AK Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-04-16 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
SUBJECT ON THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE CAN ADDITIONALLY RECOGNIZE TWO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) NOT CURRENTLY SHOWN IN THE REPAIR MANUAL. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-04-16 | 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUBJECT ON THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE CAN ADDITIONALLY RECOGNIZE TWO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) NOT CURRENTLY SHOWN IN THE REPAIR MANUAL. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-04-10 | 103300 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
DIFFICULTIES WITH SHIFT LEVER AND TRANSMISSION IS HARD TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE GEAR. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-04-10 | 105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
DIFFICULTIES WITH SHIFT LEVER AND TRANSMISSION IS HARD TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE GEAR. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-04-11 | 103300 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
TRANSMISSION POPS OUT OF GEAR/SHIFTER FEELS LIKE IT HAS A DOUBLE DETENT WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR, AND WILL NOT MAINTAIN SHIFT ADJUSTMENT. *AK Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-04-11 | 103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
TRANSMISSION POPS OUT OF GEAR/SHIFTER FEELS LIKE IT HAS A DOUBLE DETENT WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR, AND WILL NOT MAINTAIN SHIFT ADJUSTMENT. *AK Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1997-04-10 | 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
ENGINE INTERMITTENTLY WILL NOT START, POSSIBLEDTC’S STORED IN TCM DTC MEMORY Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2001-06-12 | 220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING LATCH SYSTEM LOWER ANCHORS AND TETHERS FOR CHILDREN, INSTALLING / RETROFITTING. *TT Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 1998-06-22 | 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION ON MAINTENANCE INTERVALS. *YC Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
1996 VOLKSWAGEN Golf
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