Volkswagen · Canada · Crit
Volkswagen Beetle, Golf +1 more: Brakes
Affects Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Jetta · 2001–2002 — about 19K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain passenger vehicles short circuits can occur within the electronic control unit of the anti-lock braking system (ABS). This can result in a fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the ABS control unit.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational