NHTSA Recall 98V195000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 153,000 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Volkswagen Golf.
| NHTSA campaign | 98V195000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | August 17, 1998 |
| Owner notification | October 15, 1998 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear brake line on the passenger side was routed too close to the corner of the fuel tank. The line could be damaged by chafing against the fuel tank.
Safety risk
Repeated chafing could eventually result in a leaking brake line causing diminished braking in one brake circuit increasing the vehicle's stopping distance.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake line and replace any damaged lines.
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 VW 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 98V195000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf | 1993, 1994, 1995 |
| Volkswagen GTI | 1993, 1994, 1995 |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 1993, 1994, 1995 |
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.