NHTSA Recall 98V160000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 238,000 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Volkswagen Golf.
| NHTSA campaign | 98V160000 |
|---|---|
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › HOOD › LATCH |
| Report received | July 16, 1998 |
| Owner notification | October 15, 1998 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary.
Notes
Owner notification began october 15, 1998.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 vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 98V160000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 |
| Volkswagen GTI | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.