1998 vw golf rear brake light problem, fuses arnt blowen?

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have you had any work done on it sounds like wire may have been cut check for power at fuse and if you can get to wires close to fuse check there and if you can get to wires probe right before the bulb socket cause the socket may be the culprit .

SOURCE: Brake Lights 2003 VW TDI Golf not working???

This was a recall a couple of years ago, too.  I took it to the dealer and had it fixed for free.

SOURCE: serious electrical problems wiv vw golf mk4 gti turbo yr 2000

I had a VW rabbit that developed mad electrical problems. It started when one day the headlights remained on and would not shut off. It turned out that a $2.00 gasket for the antenna wire had failed. This allowed road water from the wheel well to leak onto the fuse box. In time the fuse panel corroded and shorted out. I had to replace the fuse box twice and use rubber epoxy to seal the leak.
Check all fuses and electrical wiring for signs of shorts or corrosion.

SOURCE: vw golf brake lights stuck on, replaced switch but

either put a return spring on pedal or readjust brake switch to disengage sooner

SOURCE: I have a 2001 mk4 Golf GTI. I replace a rear light

I have this problem, it's fuse number 14.

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