The problem
Certain sedans and station wagons equipped with 4.0l w8 engines fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." the affected vehicles are equipped with tires of the maximum load rating index 93h; however, they should have been equipped with tires with the load rating index 97h.
The risk
These vehicles should have been equipped with tires having the load rating index 97h.
The fix
Dealers will replace all four tires with the proper size tires. Owner notification began September 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact vw at 1-800-822-8987.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 03V-154 (03V154000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | WD |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Tires |
| Report date | April 22, 2003 |
| Owners notified | September 19, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 11 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the wheels & tires
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-154 repair free?
Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace all four tires with the proper size tires. Owner notification began September 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 11 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.