Equipment:jacks
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with a new jack.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 95V054000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 95V054000?
NHTSA recall 95V054000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on March 13, 1995. It addresses: Equipment:jacks. The recall affects approximately 104,000 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 95V054000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.