Volkswagen Camper 1987

Model Camper made in 1987 by Volkswagen got 4 recalls. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, tires and vehicle speed control.

Model 1987

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
88V038000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCfrom 10/01/1985 to 10/01/1986V (Vehicle)1200004/21/1989MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC03/23/198803/25/1988
Defect SummaryIn line fuel filter located between the fuel tank and fuel pump could seep fuel at the seam of the plastic casing.
Consequence SummaryShould seepage occur, leaking fuel can cause a risk offire in the presence of an ignition source.
Corrective SummaryThe in line fuel filter will be replaced with a straight fuel hose.
NotesSystem: fuel in line filter.vehicle description: van type vehicles.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
87V052000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCfrom 08/01/1985 to 01/01/1987V (Vehicle)1550005/29/1987MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC04/14/198705/06/1987
Defect SummaryUsage of fuel with reid pressure up to 14 psi could, under high engine load and high ambient temperatures, lead to stalling.
Consequence SummaryFuel flow could become restricted and cause the engineto stall.
Corrective SummaryInstall a new fuel tank, containing a redesigned fuel filter, as well as modified control units.
NotesSystem: fuel tank.vehicle description: van type vehicles.
TIRES
88V076000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCfrom 04/01/1987 to 11/01/1987V (Vehicle)13007/01/1988MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC05/06/198805/13/1988
Defect SummaryDue to improper mounting process, semperit tires 20570r14 mounted on alloy wheel size 6j x 14 could experience tiny cracks in the bead area.
Consequence SummaryTires could lose air, creating potential for loss ofvehicle control.
Corrective SummaryReplace tires as necessary.
NotesSystem: wheels/tires.vehicle description: van and camper type vehicles.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
89V067000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCfrom 08/01/1987 to 12/01/1988V (Vehicle)30006/08/1989MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC05/01/198905/22/1989
Defect SummaryWhen using the cruise control the accelerator cable tension may allow the cable to sag and become entangled with the water pipe bracket impeding its return to idle position.
Consequence SummaryFailure to return to idle position could lead to anaccident.
Corrective SummaryThe present accelerator cable bracket will be replaced.
NotesSystem: cruise control.vehicle description: van camper type vehicle.