Recalls for your 1987 Volkswagen Vanagon

Recalls for 1987 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 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL


Posted on: 1989-05-22
Description
When using the cruise control the accelerator cable tension may allow the cable to sag and become entangled with the water pipe bracket impeding its return to idle position.

Consequence
Failure to return to idle position could lead to anaccident.

Corrective Action
The present accelerator cable bracket will be replaced.

Notes
System: cruise control.vehicle description: van camper type vehicle.

DEFECT #3 - TIRES


Posted on: 1988-05-13
Description
Due to improper mounting process, semperit tires 20570r14 mounted on alloy wheel size 6j x 14 could experience tiny cracks in the bead area.

Consequence
Tires could lose air, creating potential for loss ofvehicle control.

Corrective Action
Replace tires as necessary.

Notes
System: wheels/tires.vehicle description: van and camper type vehicles.

DEFECT #4 - 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 #5 - 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.

DEFECT #6 - SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 1987-06-11
Description
Seat brackets which anchor rearward passenger seats may not engage properly.

Consequence
Seat could break loose during acceleration and causeinjury to the seat occupant.

Corrective Action
Assure that seat brackets are properly engaged.

Notes
System: rearward passenger seat.vehicle description: van type vehicles.

DEFECT #7 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION


Posted on: 1987-06-12
Description
Pin in shift locking pawl may not be properly welded to the pawl.

Consequence
If pin separates from pawl, driver would be able to movethe shift lever during driving into any position without pressing safetyrelease button.

Corrective Action
Replace shift locking pawl.

Notes
System: shift locking pawl.vehicle description: van type vehicles with automatic transmissions.