Diesel Research & Buyers Guide
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Crash Test Data for 1998 Diesel
| Diesel Vehicle | Front Star Rating | Side Star Rating | Rollover Resistance Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | Passenger | Front Seat | Rear Seat | ||
| 1998 C230 |  | |  | | Not Tested |
| 1998 ML-Class | |  | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Caravan | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Dakota | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Durango |  | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Grand Caravan | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Neon | | | | | Not Tested |
| 1998 Ram | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Stratus | | | | | Not Tested |
| 1998 Astro | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Blazer | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Camaro | | | | | Not Tested |
| 1998 Cavalier | | |  | | Not Tested |
| 1998 Cavalier | | | | | Not Tested |
| 1998 C/K | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Lumina | | | | | Not Tested |
| 1998 Malibu | | | | | Not Tested |
| 1998 Prizm | | | | | Not Tested |
| 1998 S-10 | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Suburban | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Venture | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Jetta | Not Tested | Not Tested | | | Not Tested |
| 1998 A8 | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Jimmy | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Safari | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Sierra | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Sonoma | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1998 Suburban | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
Service Bulletins for 1998 Diesel
No service bulletins exist.
Recalls for 1998 Diesel
| 1998 AM GENERAL HUMMER | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH |
| Manufacturer: | AM GENERAL CORPORATION |
| Manufacture Dates: | 09/19/1997 - 12/24/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 2839 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH PLASTIC CANCELLATION PIN CAN WEAR PREMATURELY CAUSING THE SIGNALS TO FAIL TO CANCEL AFTER COMPLETING A TURN. Consequence:THIS COULD SEND AN INCORRECT LAMP SIGNAL TO OTHER VEHICLES, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH WITH A NEW SWITCH HAVING A METAL CANCELLATION PIN. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 16, 2001. 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 AM GENERAL AT 1-800-638-8303. | |
| 1998 AM GENERAL HUMMER | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH |
| Manufacturer: | AM GENERAL CORPORATION |
| Manufacture Dates: | 09/19/1997 - 12/24/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 2839 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH PLASTIC CANCELLATION PIN CAN WEAR PREMATURELY CAUSING THE SIGNALS TO FAIL TO CANCEL AFTER COMPLETING A TURN. Consequence:THIS COULD SEND AN INCORRECT LAMP SIGNAL TO OTHER VEHICLES, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH WITH A NEW SWITCH HAVING A METAL CANCELLATION PIN. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 16, 2001. 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 AM GENERAL AT 1-800-638-8303. | |
| 1998 AM GENERAL HUMMER | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH |
| Manufacturer: | AM GENERAL CORPORATION |
| Manufacture Dates: | 09/19/1997 - 12/24/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 2839 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH PLASTIC CANCELLATION PIN CAN WEAR PREMATURELY CAUSING THE SIGNALS TO FAIL TO CANCEL AFTER COMPLETING A TURN. Consequence:THIS COULD SEND AN INCORRECT LAMP SIGNAL TO OTHER VEHICLES, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH WITH A NEW SWITCH HAVING A METAL CANCELLATION PIN. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 16, 2001. 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 AM GENERAL AT 1-800-638-8303. | |
| 1998 AM GENERAL HUMMER | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH |
| Manufacturer: | AM GENERAL CORPORATION |
| Manufacture Dates: | 09/19/1997 - 12/24/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 2839 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH PLASTIC CANCELLATION PIN CAN WEAR PREMATURELY CAUSING THE SIGNALS TO FAIL TO CANCEL AFTER COMPLETING A TURN. Consequence:THIS COULD SEND AN INCORRECT LAMP SIGNAL TO OTHER VEHICLES, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH WITH A NEW SWITCH HAVING A METAL CANCELLATION PIN. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 16, 2001. 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 AM GENERAL AT 1-800-638-8303. | |
| 1998 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 08/01/1996 - 11/30/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 487284 |
Defect Description:ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK FILLER NECK CAN SUFFER ABRASION DAMAGE IF THE REAR TIRE GOES FLAT AND THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN UNTIL THE TIRE DISINTEGRATES. Consequence:FUEL LEAKAGE CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE. Action:DEALERS WILL FIT PASSAT VEHICLES WITH A NEW WHEEL HOUSE LINER THAT WILL BETTER PROTECT THE CAR'S FILLER NECK. JETTA VEHICLES WILL BE FITTED WITH A DIFFERENT METAL SHIELD DESIGNED TO ENHANCE ABRASION PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF TIRE DISINTEGRATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 13, 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 VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987. | |
| 1998 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 08/01/1997 - 10/31/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 9811 |
Defect Description:CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.8L VR6 ENGINES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE RECOMMENDED COLD TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE PUBLISHED ON THE LABEL FOR TIRES OF THE SIZE 205/50 R15 86H IS 0.1 BAR (1.45 PSI) TOO LOW. IT SHOULD BE 2.5 BAR (36.3 PSI). THE LABEL RECOMMENDS 2.4 BAR (34.8 PSI = 35 PSI). Consequence:UNDER INFLATED TIRES CAN AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING, AND DRIVING WITH SUBSTANTIALY UNDER INFLATED TIRES PUTS THE CONSUMER AT A RISK FOR A CRASH. Action:OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECTED LABELS, OR A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL IF THE OWNER WISHES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 29, 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 1-800-893-5298. | |
| 1998 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 04/14/1998 - 11/30/2001 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 295136 |
Defect Description:ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION. Consequence:IF THIS HAPPENS, THE BRAKE LAMPS COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE; OR THE LAMPS COULD COME ON AND STAY ON, EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE IS PARKED. Action:DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCHES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 26, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VWOA AT 1-800-822-8987. | |
| 1998 VOLKSWAGEN NEW BEETLE | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 04/14/1998 - 11/30/2001 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 295136 |
Defect Description:ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION. Consequence:IF THIS HAPPENS, THE BRAKE LAMPS COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE; OR THE LAMPS COULD COME ON AND STAY ON, EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE IS PARKED. Action:DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCHES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 26, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VWOA AT 1-800-822-8987. | |
| 1998 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/01/1997 - 02/28/1999 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 88121 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. A CONTROL VALVE IN THE VACUUM HOSE CONNECTING THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD MAY NOT OPEN OR CLOSE FULLY AT TEMPERATURES BELOW -4 F UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS. Consequence:THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE INSUFFICIENT VACUUM TO BE PROVIDED TO THE BRAKE BOOSTER. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A VACUUM BY-PASS SYSTEM INTO VEHICLES OPERATED IN THESE STATES WHICH IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT VACUUM FOR FULL BRAKE ASSIST UNDER ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS. | |
| 1998 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/01/1997 - 02/28/1999 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 88121 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. A CONTROL VALVE IN THE VACUUM HOSE CONNECTING THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD MAY NOT OPEN OR CLOSE FULLY AT TEMPERATURES BELOW -4 F UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS. Consequence:THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE INSUFFICIENT VACUUM TO BE PROVIDED TO THE BRAKE BOOSTER. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A VACUUM BY-PASS SYSTEM INTO VEHICLES OPERATED IN THESE STATES WHICH IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT VACUUM FOR FULL BRAKE ASSIST UNDER ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS. | |
| 1998 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 01/02/1998 - 07/31/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 51900 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TIE RODS OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ARE PROTECTED ON EACH SIDE BY A SEAL TO PREVENT MOISTURE AND DUST PARTICLES FROM ENTERING THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME TIE ROD SEALS MAY NOT SEAL PROPERLY. Consequence:IF MOISTURE AND/OR DUST PARTICLES ENTER THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM, THE SWIVEL BEARING COULD WEAR OVER TIME DIMINISHING THE STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TIE RODS. | |
| 1998 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 01/02/1998 - 07/31/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 51900 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TIE RODS OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ARE PROTECTED ON EACH SIDE BY A SEAL TO PREVENT MOISTURE AND DUST PARTICLES FROM ENTERING THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME TIE ROD SEALS MAY NOT SEAL PROPERLY. Consequence:IF MOISTURE AND/OR DUST PARTICLES ENTER THE SWIVEL BEARING MECHANISM, THE SWIVEL BEARING COULD WEAR OVER TIME DIMINISHING THE STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TIE RODS. | |
| 1998 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 02/01/1997 - 02/28/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 19800 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE BACKFIRES DURING A COLD-START, AN AIR SCREEN WHICH IS LOOSELY SEATED IN THE AIR FLOW METER CAN BECOME DAMAGED. Consequence:SCREEN PIECES COULD ENTER THE INTAKE AIR FLOW SYSTEM AND PREVENT THE THROTTLE PLATE FROM RETURNING TO ITS FULL IDLE POSITION. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RETAINING RING TO HOLD THE AIR SCREEN IN PLACE. | |
| 1998 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 02/01/1997 - 02/28/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 19800 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE BACKFIRES DURING A COLD-START, AN AIR SCREEN WHICH IS LOOSELY SEATED IN THE AIR FLOW METER CAN BECOME DAMAGED. Consequence:SCREEN PIECES COULD ENTER THE INTAKE AIR FLOW SYSTEM AND PREVENT THE THROTTLE PLATE FROM RETURNING TO ITS FULL IDLE POSITION. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RETAINING RING TO HOLD THE AIR SCREEN IN PLACE. | |
| 1998 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 04/01/1997 - 08/31/2002 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 487284 |
Defect Description:ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK FILLER NECK CAN SUFFER ABRASION DAMAGE IF THE REAR TIRE GOES FLAT AND THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN UNTIL THE TIRE DISINTEGRATES. Consequence:FUEL LEAKAGE CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE. Action:DEALERS WILL FIT PASSAT VEHICLES WITH A NEW WHEEL HOUSE LINER THAT WILL BETTER PROTECT THE CAR'S FILLER NECK. JETTA VEHICLES WILL BE FITTED WITH A DIFFERENT METAL SHIELD DESIGNED TO ENHANCE ABRASION PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF TIRE DISINTEGRATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 13, 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 VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987. | |
| 1998 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 04/01/1997 - 08/31/2002 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 487284 |
Defect Description:ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK FILLER NECK CAN SUFFER ABRASION DAMAGE IF THE REAR TIRE GOES FLAT AND THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN UNTIL THE TIRE DISINTEGRATES. Consequence:FUEL LEAKAGE CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE. Action:DEALERS WILL FIT PASSAT VEHICLES WITH A NEW WHEEL HOUSE LINER THAT WILL BETTER PROTECT THE CAR'S FILLER NECK. JETTA VEHICLES WILL BE FITTED WITH A DIFFERENT METAL SHIELD DESIGNED TO ENHANCE ABRASION PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF TIRE DISINTEGRATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 13, 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 VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987. | |
