NHTSA Recall 91V201000
NHTSA Campaign Id 91V201000; Date: Nov. 18, 1991
Fuel can leak from the cracked fuel tank which couldcatch fire in the presence of a source of ignition.
Recalled Vehicles:
1987 Volkswagen Cabriolet; 1988 Volkswagen Cabriolet; 1989 Volkswagen Cabriolet; 1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet; 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco; 1988 Volkswagen Scirocco
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Affected Units:: 51,000
Recall Summary:
A crack can develop in the fuel tank adjacent to a seam weld in the rear of the tank.
How to Fix:
Check vehicle with a specially designed tool for the presence of a fuel tank crack, and replace fuel tank if defect is found.
Recall Notes:
System: fuel tank. Vehicle description: passenger cars.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 13, 1991
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