8 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1993-08-13
Description
An engine preheating tube may not be properly supported due to a missing support bracket, causing the preheating tube to chafe against the right front metal brake line. This can damage the hydraulic line, causing brake fluid leakage and diminished braking in one brake circuit.
Consequence
Diminished braking can result in increased stoppingdistances and a possible accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a preheating tube support bracket to ensure proper positioning relative to the right front metal brake line.
Notes
System: brakes; hydraulic lines.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with digifant engine managementsystems.
DEFECT #2 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:HEATER CORE
Posted on: 1992-04-20
Description
The end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.
Consequence
The coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. Also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action
Replace the heater core with an improved heater core.
Notes
System: water heater; heater core.vehicle description: passenger automobiles.
DEFECT #3 - 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 #4 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1990-01-02
Description
Consequence
Prolonged chafing could eventually cause a leaking brakeline resulting in diminished braking in one brake circuit which would increasethe stopping distances and result in an accident.
Corrective Action
Curve or replace right front brake line.
Notes
System: right front brake line.vehicle description: passenger cars.description of defects: an incorrectly contoured metal brake line leading to theright front wheel could be damaged by a preheating tube chafing against it.
DEFECT #5 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Posted on: 1988-09-08
Description
Brake boosters have been improperly assembled with the two halves of the booster unit insufficiently connected.
Consequence
Brake booster halves could separate under heavy brakeapplication and braking power would suddenly diminish which could result in anaccident.
Corrective Action
Replace brake boosters as necessary.
Notes
System: brake boosters.vehicle description: passenger cars.
DEFECT #6 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Posted on: 1987-11-23
Description
Certain vehicles may not be marked with letters res to identify the resume function as required by fmvss 101.
Consequence
Vehicles do not comply with fmvss 101.
Corrective Action
Replace part of cruise switch portion.
Notes
System: cruise control switch/fmvss 101.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with cruise control.
DEFECT #7 - SEAT BELTS
Posted on: 1987-12-10
Description
Seat belt retractor pawl may not meet hardening specifications contained in volkswagens design standard.
Consequence
Vehicles do not meet volkswagens design standard.
Corrective Action
Replace front passive restraint seat belt assembly as necessary.
Notes
System: front seat beltvehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with passive restraint seatbelt systems.
DEFECT #8 - 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.