Volkswagen Jetta 1980

Model Jetta made in 1980 by Volkswagen got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic.

Model 1980

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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
06E018000FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS, INC. E (Equipment)26603/30/2006OVSCVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC03/01/200603/01/2006571106
Defect SummaryCertain hydraulic brake hoses, p/n 171.611.107b, sold as replacement equipment for 1975-1985 volkswagen (vw) rabbit; 1985-1992 vw golf; and 1980-1992 vw jetta passenger vehicles. possible brake hose rupture could occur which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, brake hoses.
Consequence SummaryBrake hose rupture could result in loss of braking ability, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryForeign parts distributors will notify owners and replace the brake hoses with compliant brake hoses. the recall began on march 30, 2006. owners may contact foreign parts distributors at 305-885-8646 ext. 11.
NotesCustomers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.