Vehicle recall 08V036000 · January 28, 2008

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

On certain special edition triple white sedan vehicles, an incorrect adhesive may have been used to attach the roof spoiler to the rear glass of the vehicle.

Summary

On certain special edition triple white sedan vehicles, an incorrect adhesive may have been used to attach the roof spoiler to the rear glass of the vehicle. If the incorrect adhesive was used, the spoiler could become loose or fall from the vehicle without warning, even though initially the spoiler may feel secure.

Consequence

If this happens, the spoiler could cause injury by striking persons outside the vehicle or could become an obstacle to other drivers, possibly resulting in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the roof spoiler on these vehicles. The recall began on February 29, 2008. Owners may contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.

Notes

Vwoa recall no. 66D1 (Q9).customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.