NHTSA recall 06V-043 (06V043000)

equipment recall reported February 9, 2006 - about 906 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 06V043000
Also written as: 06V-043
Manufacturer number: M8
Reported: February 9, 2006
Vehicles affected: ~906
Component: equipment

What is being recalled

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 17-INCH WHEELS AND A 2.5L ENGINE FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH A TIRE INFORMATION LABEL THAT LISTS AN INCORRECT FRONT TIRE SIZE. THE CORRECT FRONT TIRE SIZE SHOULD BE LISTED AS 225/45 R17. THE INFLATION PRESSURE IS CORRECT.

Why it is dangerous

A MISPRINTED LABEL COULD LEAD TO FITMENT OF IMPROPERLY SIZED REPLACEMENT TIRES.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A NEW TIRE INFORMATION LABEL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN PERFORM THE INSTALLATION FOR THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 27, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-893-5298.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 06V-043 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Volkswagen Beetle - 2006

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