NHTSA Campaign #98V160000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

JULY 16
1998

238,000 vehicles recalled

1996 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA -- 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.

Unexpected opening of the hood could occur obstructing the driver's view of the road while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect the hood latch and securing bolts and replace them if necessary. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #98V160000 »