Volkswagen Recall 04V-584: Exterior lighting – switch

Affected: 2000–2002 Volkswagen Golf, 2000–2002 Volkswagen GTI, 2000–2002 Volkswagen Jetta. Filed with NHTSA on December 16, 2004, covering about 410,000 vehicles.

The problem

On certain passenger 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 risk

This May result in intermittent or inoperative turn signal and hazard flasher function.

The fix

Dealers will replace the hazard flasher switch/relay kit. The recall began on March 31, 2005. Owners should contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign04V-584 (04V584000)
Manufacturer numberVX
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
ComponentExterior lighting › Hazard flashing warning lights › Switch
Report dateDecember 16, 2004
Owners notifiedMarch 31, 2005
Vehicles affected410,000
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the lights

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 04V-584 repair free?

Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the hazard flasher switch/relay kit. The recall began on March 31, 2005. Owners should contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 410,000 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.