1979 Volkswagen Dasher Recalls - Vehicle Recall Information

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1967 Volkswagen Variant 1.6 litre petrol.
Also called Volkswagen 1500
Volkswagen 1600
Production19611973
2,542,382 built[1]
Assembly
Germany: Wolfsburg/Emden
Brazil: São Bernardo do Campo (VW Brasil)
Australia: Clayton[2]
South Africa: Uitenhage
Body and chassis
Class Compact (C-segment) family car
Body style
2-door Type 31 Notchback
2-door Type 34 Karmann Ghia
2-door Type 36 Variant/Squareback
2-door Type 36 Estate Delivery
2-door Type 31 Fastback
4-door Notchback and Fastback sedans (Brazil)
Layout Rear engine
rear wheel drive
Related Volkswagen Beetle
VW Karmann Ghia Type 34
Karmann Ghia TC (VW do Brasil)
Volkswagen SP2 (VW do Brasil)
Powertrain
Engine1.5 or 1.6L H4
Transmission
4-speed manual
3-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,400 mm (94.5 in)
Length4,225 mm (166.3 in)
Width1,605 mm (63.2 in)
Height1,475 mm (58.1 in)
Curb weight880 kg (1,940 lb)
Chronology
Successor Volkswagen Passat/Dasher
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DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Posted on: 1983-11-23
Description
The fuel pump may stop functioning without warning.  This can occur because an electrical connector in the fuse panel may overheat and interrupt the electrical circuit.

Consequence

Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect the fuse box and its connectors for corrosion, and correct where necessary.  A bypass adapter to the fuel pump electrical circuit will be installed.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with fuel injection.system: fuel system; electric fuel pump.consequences of defect: if the fuel pump stops functioning, the engine willstall or fail to start.  A stalled vehicle could cause an accident on thehighway.

Recalls for 1979 Volkswagen Dasher

DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM