Recalls for 1992 Volkswagen Golf

DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 1992-04-24
Description
The fuel hose attached to the fuel distribution rail on the engine may shrink beyond the clamp force of the fuel hose clamps, allowing fuel to leak.

Consequence
Fuel leakage in the engine compartment can cause an underhood fire if the fuel comes in contact with a source of ignition.

Corrective Action
Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self-tightening clamp.

Notes
System: fuel lines.vehicle description:passenger cars.

DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Posted on: 2006-03-01
Description
Certain hydraulic brake hoses, p/n 171.611.107b, sold as replacement equipment for 1975-1985 volkswagen (vw) rabbit; 1985-1992 vw golf; and 1980-1992 vw jetta passenger vehicles.  Possible brake hose rupture could occur which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  106, brake hoses.

Consequence
Brake hose rupture could result in loss of braking ability, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Foreign parts distributors will notify owners and replace the brake hoses with compliant brake hoses.  The recall began on march 30, 2006.  Owners may contact foreign parts distributors at 305-885-8646 ext.  11.

Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.