NHTSA Campaign Id 91V215000; Date: Dec. 13, 1991
If the airbag harness wire is damaged, the passiverestraint system will become inoperative. The dashboard warning light willilluminate, but the passive restraint will not function until the wire isrepaired.
Recalled Vehicles:1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet
Component: Air Bag
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Affected Units:: 8,500
Recall Summary:The airbag harness wire may have been improperly routed through an opening in the dashboard crossmember and could be pinched and chafed between two panels eventually resulting in damage to the wire.
How to Fix:Secure wire to the crossmember with a clip.
Recall Notes:System: airbag passive retraint. Vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with airbag passive restraints.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 22, 1992
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