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1999 Volkswagen New Beetle recalls

1 campaign

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. Recalls apply to specific VINs, and the repair is free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included.

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Park It and Park Outside campaigns are flagged

03V-265

Exterior lighting: switch

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ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION.

Risk: IF THIS HAPPENS, THE BRAKE LAMPS COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE; OR THE LAMPS COULD COME ON AND STAY ON, EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE IS PARKED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCHES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 26, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VWOA AT 1-800-822-8987.

Exterior lightingReported Jul 25, 2003NHTSA 03V265000

16 owner complaints cite exterior lighting · read them

Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page

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