What are known 1997 Volkswagen Jetta lights problems?

There are 1 owner-reported lights complaint for the 1997 Volkswagen Jetta. Common issues include: THE ADHESIVE THAT SECURES THE BRAKE LIGHT IN THE REAR WINDOW HAS MELTED DUE TO SUN LIGHT.

1997 Volkswagen Jetta Lights Problems

Q: Is there a recall for 1997 Volkswagen Jetta lights?

Yes, there is 1 recall related to the lights system: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS.

1 owner-reported lights complaint from NHTSA data

Complaints

Recalls

Jul 1997 – Jul 1997

Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Lights Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #09E012000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

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.

Fix: 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.

Owner Complaints (1)

mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING

Filed: Jul 1997

THE ADHESIVE THAT SECURES THE BRAKE LIGHT IN THE REAR WINDOW HAS MELTED DUE TO SUN LIGHT. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.

NHTSA #: 814200

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