Stuck in Park

"Matt B." > wrote in message
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> "lobo" > wrote in message
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>> That's for sure!
>> After it was towed home that night, I researched on the internet about
>> possible causes. Found a few hints that lead to the break light switch.
>> Had my Wife watch as I applied the breaks and noticed there were none.
>> Culprit found!
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> Yep I think every 'stuck in park' Eurovan (I have one and belong to a few
> Eurovan lists) I've heard of had a bad brake light switch as the cause
> too.
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> I forget...what kind of VW was this (Passat, Golf, Jetta,?)? Some Mk4s I
> know were recalled for a bad brake light switch...may be other VW models
> too. Check with your dealer to see if there's an outstanding recall on
> yours. Should be able to run the VIN to tell.
The car is a 2000 Jetta 1.8T. The repair by the Dealer the next morning was
covered under a recall of the part. Sent info to VW asking for refund of
towing charges. Time will tell if they approve it or not......

Ray