NHTSA Recall 87V162000

NHTSA Campaign Id 87V162000; Date: Oct. 20, 1987

Prolonged chafing can cause premature tire wear andcould result in sudden loss of air.

Recalled Vehicles:

1987 Volkswagen FOX

Component: Wheel

Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc

Affected Units:: 138

Recall Summary:

Under heavy load conditions, the rear tire sidewalls may chafe against the wheel housing.

How to Fix:

Install a different type sport wheels or install standard wheels.

Recall Notes:

System: wheelsvehicle description: passenger cars with alloy sport wheels.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 20, 1988

Also see:

All recalls of Volkswagen vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.