Transport CanadaCritical
1999 VOLKSWAGEN JETTATransport Canada Recall #1999021
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, a sound absorbing mat attached to the inside of the B-pillar side trim panel could have been improperly installed. The surface and edges of the mat could have been damaged during the assembly process. It could ignite when exposed to the exhaust gas of the seat belt pre-tensioner in the event of a severe front or side collision resulting in a vehicle fire
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Matting materials will be removed from inside the B-pillar on both sides of the vehicle.
4,583 vehicles affectedMfr ref: UFUpdated June 10, 2026