Recalls for your 1988 Volkswagen Cabriolet

Recalls for 1988 Volkswagen Cabriolet

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1985 Volkswagen Cabriolet, Concord, NH

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1985 Volkswagen Cabriolet, Concord, NH

VIN: WVWCA0150FK005667

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.