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2002 VOLKSWAGEN Beetle ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Safety Recalls

Critical #14E007000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Manufacturer
The Gates Corporation
What Happened
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use in model year 1999-2005 Audi A4, 2000-2006 Audi TT, 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2006 Golf, 1999-2008 and 2011-2013 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2000-2005 Volkswagen Passat. In the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Free Fix
Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.
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Other VOLKSWAGEN Beetle 2002 Recalls

EXTERIOR LIGHTING
7 recalls

Other VOLKSWAGEN Beetle Years

2019
4 recalls
2018
4 recalls
2017
4 recalls
2016
4 recalls
2015
6 recalls
2014
6 recalls
2013
7 recalls
2012
7 recalls
2010
3 recalls
2009
2 recalls
2008
3 recalls
2007
2 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2005
6 recalls
2004
6 recalls
2003
5 recalls
2001
8 recalls
2000
7 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2002 VOLKSWAGEN Beetle safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE recall for the 2002 VOLKSWAGEN Beetle? (Campaign #14E007000)

The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use in model year 1999-2005 Audi A4, 2000-2006 Audi TT, 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2006 Golf, 1999-2008 and 2011-2013 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2000-2005 Volkswagen Passat. In the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail. A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.