Volkswagen recall, Seats And Restraints

Recall date	December 13, 2002
Models affected	1990 Volkswagen Passat 1991 Volkswagen Passat 1992 Volkswagen Passat 1993 Volkswagen Passat 1994 Volkswagen Passat 1995 Volkswagen Passat 1996 Volkswagen Passat 1997 Volkswagen Passat 1990 Volkswagen Passat CC 1991 Volkswagen Passat CC 1992 Volkswagen Passat CC 1993 Volkswagen Passat CC 1994 Volkswagen Passat CC 1995 Volkswagen Passat CC 1996 Volkswagen Passat CC 1997 Volkswagen Passat CC
Units affected	3,900
Details	On certain vehicles equipped with seat heating units, the front seat back heaters may supply concentrated heat in a localized area of the seat back or produce excessive heat that could not be reduced by operating the seat heater controls except by switching off the controls completely. The concentrated heat could singe the fabric at the lower backrest and, in some instances, injure the seat occupant. Correction: Dealers will affect repairs.

Volkswagen Seats And Restraints Recall #2002239