NHTSA Recall 77V245000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V245000; Date: Dec. 30, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1974 Audi FOX; 1974 Volkswagen Dasher; 1975 Volkswagen Dasher; 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit; 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit; 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco; 1976 Volkswagen Scirocco
Component: Vehicle Speed Control:cables
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Affected Units:: 219,000
Recall Summary:
The accelerator cable assembly in the involved vehicles could fail prematurely under certain operating conditions. This would either prevent the accelerator pedal from returning to the idle position or cause a loss of adequate engine power.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a new accelerator cable, without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: throttle linkage; accelerator cable. Consequences of defect: either condition would adversely affect vehiclehandling and could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident. Note: if any irregular accelerator pedal operation is experienced, the dealershould be contacted immediately.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 27, 1978
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