NHTSA Campaign Id 93V138000; Date: Sep. 3, 1993
An improperly installed spring can cause the emergencybrake to release. If the vehicle is not properly secured, it could set itselfin motion and cause an accident.
1993 Volkswagen Eurovan
Component: Parking Brake:conventional:mechanical
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Affected Units:: 2,400
The handle of the emergency brake contains a torsion spring which is designed to ensure that the locking mechanism remains firmly engaged upon application of the emergency brake. Some of these springs may have been improperly installed.
Dealers will install a longer tension spring to provide sufficient tension.
System: emergency brakes. Vehicle description: passenger van.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 5, 1994
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