NHTSA Recall 85V099000

NHTSA Campaign Id 85V099000; Date: Jul. 30, 1985

Recalled Vehicles:

1984 Audi 4000;  1983 Audi 5000;  1984 Audi 5000;  1983 Volkswagen Convertible;  1984 Volkswagen Convertible;  1983 Volkswagen Jetta;  1984 Volkswagen Jetta;  1983 Volkswagen Quantum;  1984 Volkswagen Quantum

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc

Affected Units:: 105,000

Recall Summary:

Under adverse weather conditions, outer rubber layer of brake hoses may become brittle and develop cracks. Consequence of defect: cracks could lead to loss of brake fluid resulting in an increase in stopping distance and possibly an accident.

How to Fix:

Replace brake hoses as necessary.

Recall Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger cars. System: disc brake hose.

Also see:

All recalls of Audi vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.