3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1994-04-13
Description
A crack can develop in the fuel tank adjacent to a seam weld in the rear of the tank.
Consequence
Fuel can leak from the cracked fuel tank which could catch fire in the presence of a source of ignition.
Corrective Action
Dealers will check the vehicle with a specially designed tool for the presence of a tank crack, and replace the fuel tank if the defect is present.
Notes
System: fuel; fuel tank.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge, or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1991-11-20
Description
A crack can develop in the fuel tank adjacent to a seam weld in the rear of the tank.
Consequence
Fuel can leak from the cracked fuel tank which couldcatch fire in the presence of a source of ignition.
Corrective Action
Check vehicle with a specially designed tool for the presence of a fuel tank crack, and replace fuel tank if defect is found.
Notes
System: fuel tank.vehicle description: passenger cars.
DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Posted on: 1987-04-21
Description
Fuel pump, located inside fuel tank, could seize during high ambient temperatures because of an extreme fine mesh fuel filter restricting the fuel flow.
Consequence
Fuel supply to engine would be partially interrupted,resulting in stalling.
Corrective Action
Install a modified fuel pump and filter.
Notes
System: fuel pump.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with a dual fuel pump system.