Volkswagen Convertible 1981

Model Convertible made in 1981 by Volkswagen got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .

Model 1981

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 - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
83V117000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCfrom 09/01/1975 to 08/01/1982V (Vehicle)93000001/18/1984ODIVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC11/09/198311/23/1983
Defect SummaryThe fuel pump may stop functioning without warning. this can occur because an electrical connector in the fuse panel may overheat and interrupt the electrical circuit.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect the fuse box and its connectors for corrosion, and correct where necessary. a bypass adapter to the fuel pump electrical circuit will be installed.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with fuel injection.system: fuel system; electric fuel pump.consequences of defect: if the fuel pump stops functioning, the engine willstall or fail to start. a stalled vehicle could cause an accident on thehighway.