Recalls for your 1986 Volkswagen Vanagon

Recalls for 1986 Volkswagen Vanagon

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Volkswagen Vanagon, Randolph, VT

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Volkswagen Vanagon, Randolph, VT

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER


Posted on: 1993-11-01
Description
The plastic material of the center air flow duct, which is fastened by two mounting screws to the ceiling of the passenger compartment, can crack and eventually break.

Consequence
If the plastic breaks where it is held at the twomounting screws, the center air flow duct can separate from its supports andcause injury to the passengers sitting in the center seat of the vehicle.

Corrective Action
Dealers will install a reinforcement plate at the connections of both the center and rear air flow ducts.

Notes
System: air conditioner hose; duct; air.vehicle description: vans equipped with factory air conditioning.

DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP


Posted on: 1988-03-25
Description
In line fuel filter located between the fuel tank and fuel pump could seep fuel at the seam of the plastic casing.

Consequence
Should seepage occur, leaking fuel can cause a risk offire in the presence of an ignition source.

Corrective Action
The in line fuel filter will be replaced with a straight fuel hose.

Notes
System: fuel in line filter.vehicle description: van type vehicles.

DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP


Posted on: 1987-05-06
Description
Fuel tank filler neck pipe may not seat properly in the fuel tank opening.  Also, the sending unit cover may be deformed.

Consequence
Fuel could escape, creating the potential for a fire.

Corrective Action
Install a redesigned filler neck pipe and replace the sending unit gasket.

Notes
System: fuel tank.vehicle description: van type vehicles.

DEFECT #4 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 1987-05-06
Description
Usage of fuel with reid pressure up to 14 psi could, under high engine load and high ambient temperatures, lead to stalling.

Consequence
Fuel flow could become restricted and cause the engineto stall.

Corrective Action
Install a new fuel tank, containing a redesigned fuel filter, as well as modified control units.

Notes
System: fuel tank.vehicle description: van type vehicles.