NHTSA Recall 71V029000

NHTSA Campaign Id 71V029000; Date: Feb. 23, 1971

Recalled Vehicles:

1971 Volkswagen Beetle

Component: Suspension:front

Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc

Affected Units:: 6,000

Recall Summary:

How to Fix:

Recall Notes:

Volkswagen service circular no t-205/70. Super beetle. Possi bility thatsuspension strut mounting on side panel was incorr ectly welded duringproduction. If weld fails, could loosen s uspension strut and cause loss ofsteering. (correct by insta lling modified panels. )

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 16, 1971

Also see:

All recalls of Volkswagen vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.