NHTSA Recall 80V080000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V080000; Date: Jun. 25, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1980 Volkswagen Vanagon
Component: Visibility:defroster/defogger System
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Affected Units:: 2,287
Recall Summary:
The auxiliary heater"s exhaust pipe is mounted in a downward position toward the ground.
How to Fix:
Dealer will remove the existing pipe and install a modified pipe with a shield over the end, without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: vans equipped with auxiliary heaters. System: heating; heater exhaust pipe. Consequences of defect: in the event the vehicle is parked in an area with drymaterial (grass) beneath it, the downflow of exhaust could reach the materialand possibly ignite it. A vehicle fire and personal injury could result.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 29, 1980
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