Volkswagen · Canada · Mod
Volkswagen GTI, Golf +1 more: Electrical
Affects Volkswagen GTI, Golf, Jetta · 2000–2002 — about 81K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the hazard switch and flasher system function may degrade over time because of distortion and material transfer of the contacts of certain hazard switch relays which occurs due to substantially increased electrical current load from higher-wattage turn signal bulbs. The subject vehicles utilize a 27-watt turn signal bulb, instead of the 21-watt bulb used in other VW vehicles, which results in substantially higher current draw through the hazard switch relay. This may result in intermittent or inoperative turn signal and hazard flasher function. Correction: Dealers will replace the hazard switch relay.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.