3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2000-02-28
Description
Vehicle description: mini vans. The connecting ends of the fuel feed and return hoses in the engine compartment can settle over time which could cause the fastening clamps to lose their tight fit and permit fuel to seep out at the hose connection.
Consequence
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel feed and return hoses.
Notes
Owner notification began may 19, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 1994-04-13
Description
These steering wheels and include a universal joint which is attached to steering shafts and secured by locking bolts. The universal joint's upper locking bolt was not sufficiently torqued during manufacture, and can eventually loosen.
Consequence
If the upper locking bolt holding the steering assembly's universal joint loosens, it can render the steering system inoperative and cause an accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will remove the present universal upper locking bolt, install a new one, and torque it to specifications.
Notes
System: steering; wheel and column.vehicle description: passenger vans equipped with impact collapsible steeringwheel.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free ofcharge, or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Also, contact the national highway trafficsafety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #3 - PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL
Posted on: 1993-09-10
Description
The handle of the emergency brake contains a torsion spring which is designed to ensure that the locking mechanism remains firmly engaged upon application of the emergency brake. Some of these springs may have been improperly installed.
Consequence
An improperly installed spring can cause the emergencybrake to release. If the vehicle is not properly secured, it could set itselfin motion and cause an accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a longer tension spring to provide sufficient tension.
Notes
System: emergency brakes.vehicle description: passenger van.