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  NHTSA Recall 90V173000

NHTSA Campaign Id 90V173000; Date: Sep. 25, 1990

This could result in brake fluid leakage, with loss offluid pressure and braking ability.

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1991 Volkswagen Jetta

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

Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc

Affected Units:: 465

icon3 Recall Summary:

Front brake hoses of insufficient length were installed in some vehicles. These short hoses could stretch and develop cracks.

icon2 How to Fix:

Replace both brake hoses.

icon4 Recall Notes:

System: front brake hoses. Vehicle description: passenger cars.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 12, 1990

Also see:

All recalls of Volkswagen vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.