3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Posted on: 1995-05-31
Description
In the event of a cooling system component failure while the vehicle is driven, the coolant can overheat causing the cooling system pressure to rise to a level where a leak in the heat exchanger can occur.
Consequence
A leak or failure of the heat exchanger located under the dashboard can allow hot coolant to escape and cause injury to the feet of a passenger. Hot coolant can also steam up the interior of the vehicle temporarily impairing the driver's visibility, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a bypass valve kit which is designed to route excessively hot coolant to the engine without flowing through the heat exchanger. Dealers will also install a plastic cover underneath the dashboard on the passenger side to ensure that the passenger is not exposed to hot coolant in the event of a leak.
Notes
System: engine cooling system.vehicle description:passenger cars.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time,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: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 #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1991-06-10
Description
Metal fuel lines with an incorrect contour were installed in the engine compartment. The incorrect contour can cause the metal fuel line to rub against the intake manifold.
Consequence
Prolonged rubbing of the fuel line against the intakemanifold could cause a fuel line leak, and result in an engine compartment fireif the leaking fuel line is exposed to a source of ignition.
Corrective Action
Replace fuel line with correctly contoured fuel line.
Notes
System: metal fuel line.vehicle description: passenger cars.