The problem
The jacks supplied with these vehicles were assembled with an improperly machined spindle, so that a sharp ridge on the edge of spindle's thread would have remained.
The risk
This ridge can damage the inside thread of the jack's scissor shoe when the jack is used to lift the vehicle. The jack could collapse with the possibility that a person standing close to the vehicle could be injured.
The fix
Owners will be provided with a new jack.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 95V-054 (95V054000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Equipment › Mechanical › Integrated jack/leveler/stabilizer |
| Report date | March 13, 1995 |
| Owners notified | May 5, 1995 |
| Vehicles affected | 104,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 95V-054 repair free?
Yes. Volkswagen dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners will be provided with a new jack.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 104,000 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.