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Recalls

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Recall date February 15, 1999
Models affected
  • 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
Units affected 4,583
Details

On certain vehicles, a sound absorbing mat attached to the inside of the B-pillar side trim panel could have been improperly installed.

The surface and edges of the mat could have been damaged during the assembly process.

It could ignite when exposed to the exhaust gas of the seat belt pre-tensioner in the event of a severe front or side collision resulting in a vehicle fire Correction: Matting materials will be removed from inside the B-pillar on both sides of the vehicle.

Additional information may be available on Transport Canada's website