The water pump in your engine is the component that helps circulate coolant and keeps your engine at the right temperature. In some aftermarket water pumps sold at NAPA Auto Parts, the pulley that turns the timing belt could crack and break, causing the timing belt to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the timing belt fails, your engine will shut down while you're driving, which could lead to a vehicle crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty water pump with a new one, at no cost to you. The repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — 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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Manufacturer
CARDONE INDUSTRIES, INC.
What Happened
The master cylinder is a critical part of your brake system, responsible for delivering brake fluid to your wheels. Certain master cylinders, including some made by Cardone, can fail and leak brake fluid over time.
Risk if Unfixed
If brake fluid leaks from the master cylinder, your brakes might not work properly, making it harder to stop your vehicle. This could lead to a vehicle crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty master cylinder with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible, as the recall is already underway.
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CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.
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LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.
The brake light switch in your vehicle is a critical part that helps your brake lights turn on when you press the brake pedal. In some cases, it might have been installed incorrectly, which could cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake light switch fails, your brake lights might not turn on or could stay on all the time. This means other drivers might not see when you're slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash without warning.
Free Fix
Your Volkswagen dealer will replace the brake light switch with a new one, free of charge. You'll get a notice in the mail with more information, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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ON CERTAIN PASSENGER, WAGON, AND CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OR WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL, A BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION IF IT WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.
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THE BRAKE LIGHTS COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE, OR REMAIN ON. FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE PROPER SIGNAL WHEN BRAKING COULD LEAD TO A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
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DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NEWLY DESIGNED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2007, AND WILL BE CONDUCTED IN SEVERAL STAGGERED MAILINGS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 21, 2007. VEHICLES WITHIN THE MAKE, MODEL, AND MODEL YEAR OF THIS POPULATION MAY BE INVOLVED IN EITHER THIS RECALL OR 06V-183, BUT NOT BOTH. THE REMEDY IS THE SAME FOR EACH RECALL. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERS WILL APPLY THE REMEDY BASED ON THE VIN NUMBER OF THE VEHICLE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-822-8987.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Manufacturer
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
What Happened
Your vehicle's anti-lock braking system (ABS) is a computer that helps prevent your wheels from locking up when you brake hard. The ABS control unit is the brain of this system, and it could develop a short circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, it could cause a fire, which is a serious safety risk. In the worst case, a fire could spread quickly and put you and others in danger.
Free Fix
Your authorized Volkswagen dealer will replace the ABS control unit with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible and contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987 if you don't receive the repair within a reasonable time.
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ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, SHORT CIRCUITS CAN OCCUR WITHIN THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS).
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ABS CONTROL UNIT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 8, 2002. 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.
Your vehicle's headlight assembly is a crucial safety feature that helps other drivers see you at night. The affected headlight assemblies don't have the required amber side reflectors, which could make it harder for others to see you.
Risk if Unfixed
If the reflectors are missing, you might be less visible to other drivers, especially at night or in low-light conditions. This could lead to a vehicle crash, especially if other drivers don't see you.
Free Fix
You'll receive a full refund for the noncompliant headlight assembly from Dope, Inc. You don't need to take any action, as the company will contact you with more information and instructions.
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DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
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DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
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DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Your vehicle's corner and bumper lamps are designed to increase your visibility on the road. Unfortunately, some aftermarket lamps sold for your vehicle don't meet safety standards because they're missing a crucial amber side reflector.
Risk if Unfixed
If these lamps aren't working right, you might have trouble seeing other cars or pedestrians in low-light conditions. This could lead to a vehicle crash.
Free Fix
You'll be notified and offered a full refund for the non-compliant lamps. You should contact Sabersport at 1-909-598-7589 to arrange the refund.
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SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
The hazard light switch in your vehicle is the part that controls your turn signals and hazard lights. It's like a small computer that helps you signal to other drivers when you're turning or in an emergency.
Risk if Unfixed
If the switch breaks down, your turn signals and hazard lights might not work properly, or they might not work at all. This could make it harder for other drivers to see your intentions and increase the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your Volkswagen dealer will replace the faulty hazard switch/relay kit for free. You should schedule this repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE HAZARD SWITCH AND FLASHER SYSTEM FUNCTION MAY DEGRADE OVER TIME BECAUSE OF DISTORTION AND MATERIAL TRANSFER OF THE CONTACTS OF CERTAIN HAZARD SWITCH RELAYS WHICH OCCURS DUE TO SUBSTANTIALLY INCREASED ELECTRICAL CURRENT LOAD FROM HIGHER WATTAGE TURN SIGNAL BULBS.
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THIS MAY RESULT IN INTERMITTENT OR INOPERATIVE TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD FLASHER FUNCTION.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HAZARD FLASHER SWITCH/RELAY KIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
