Vw/child restraint anchorages
Defect Summary
On certain minivans equipped with child restraint anchorages (tether anchorages) for use in conjunction with child restraints installed in the three rearmost seating positions, the "safety first" portion of the owner's manual delivered with these vehicles incorrectly instructs owners to guide the tether strap underneath the seat's head restraint and to raise the head restraint slightly, if necessary.
Safety Consequence
If the owner follows these instructions, the head restraint could accidentally separate from the seat in the event of a crash and cause injury to any child occupant seated in the tethered child seat.
Corrective Action
Owners will be sent a new "safety first" booklet that will contain corrected use instructions. owner notification began november 30, 2002. owners who do not receive the free booklet within a reasonable time should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.
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FAQ: Recall 02V136000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V136000?
NHTSA recall 02V136000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on May 16, 2002. It addresses: Vw/child restraint anchorages. The recall affects approximately 2,300 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V136000 or the manufacturer campaign number WH. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.