NHTSA Recall 00V039000
NHTSA Campaign Id 00V039000; Date: Feb. 15, 2000
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1993 Volkswagen Eurovan
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Affected Units:: 11,400
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: Mini vans. The connecting ends of the fuel feed and return hoses in the engine compartment can "settle" over time which could cause the fastening clamps to lose their tight fit and permit fuel to seep out at the hose connection.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the fuel feed and return hoses.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began may 19, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact vwoa at 1-800-822-8987. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 19, 2000
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