If such failures occur while the vehicle is in use at night or in rainy or snowy weather, a crash could occur.

Electrical System — Ignition — Switch

Date Announced
SEP 18, 2002
Vehicles Affected
10,450
Volkswagen Recall #
WQ
NHTSA Campaign #
02V256000
Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, the electrical portion of the ignition switch assembly can fail causing the headlights and windshield wipers to become inoperative.
Actions
Dealers will replace the electrical part of the ignition switch assembly. Owner notification began November 20, 2002. Owners should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.
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