recall information
Recall number
REC-004520
PRA number
1999/3952
Campaign number
096600/700
Original published date
make and model information
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
Golf IV, Cabriolet
Affected units
511
What are the defects?
The Wheel Bolts And The Alloy Wheel May Not Be Compatible In The Wheel Bolt Seat Area, Therefore The Wheel Bolt May Not Seat Correctly And As A Consequence Lead To The Wheel Coming Loose As The Tension Diminishes.
What are the hazards?
Component Failure.
What should consumers do?
Owners Should Immediately Contact Their Authorised Volkswagen Dealer To Have Wheel Bolts Inspected And If Necessary Replaced. For Further Information Phone 1800 637 181.
Supplier details
VOLKSWAGEN GROUP AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Volkswagen Group Australia
Contact phone
1800 504 076
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.