NHTSA Recall 94V065000
NHTSA Campaign Id 94V065000; Date: Apr. 8, 1994
Fuel can leak from the cracked fuel tank which could catch fire in the presence of a source of ignition.
Recalled Vehicles:
1987 Volkswagen Cabriolet; 1988 Volkswagen Cabriolet; 1989 Volkswagen Cabriolet
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Affected Units:: 7,500
Recall Summary:
A crack can develop in the fuel tank adjacent to a seam weld in the rear of the tank.
How to Fix:
Dealers will check the vehicle with a specially designed tool for the presence of a tank crack, and replace the fuel tank if the defect is present.
Recall Notes:
System: fuel; fuel tank. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge, or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 15, 1994
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