Volkswagen Repair: EPC light, brake light switch, switch failure

Question
Hi,
I just got my 2003 Jetta (2.0 engine) back from the dealer for an overheating problem. They replaced the water pump and temperature sensor but when I picked it up the EPC light was on. Any idea what would cause this and can a code scanner reset it?
Thanks

Answer
Hello John;
This sounds like a "brake light switch" failure in a 5 speed manual transmission car.  Please tell me your car has a manual transmission.
A scanner, or code resetting tool will not fix this problem.  I'm surprised that a dealer would allow this to get out the door without telling you that this car qualifies for a "campaign," or "recall" replacement of the brake light switch under the "N4 program" guidelines.  In fact, this program is actually called the "N4 campaign."  Good luck, John.  I hope I turn out to be correct.