Volkswagen Rabbit 1980
Model Rabbit made in 1980 by Volkswagen got 2 consumer complains there are 5 investigations as well as 4 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference to vehicle speed control. . The car had some investigations: vehicle speed control, visibility. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic and vehicle speed control.
Model 1980
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 83V117000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 09/01/1975 to 08/01/1982 | V (Vehicle) | 930000 | 01/18/1984 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 11/09/1983 | 11/23/1983 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The 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 Summary | Dealer 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle 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. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | ||||||||||||||||
| 81V058000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 08/01/1979 to 12/01/1980 | V (Vehicle) | 133000 | 07/13/1981 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 05/15/1981 | 05/18/1981 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On some vehicles, the pressure could increase inside the fuel tank from high surrounding temperatures when the fuel tank is more than half full. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will install a restrictor valve into the fuel filler pipe, without charge to owner. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: light trucks and passenger vehicles equipped withcontinuous fuel injection systems.system: fuel; fuel tank.consequences of defect: under these conditions, if fuel filler cap is openedrapidly, fuel could spurt out onto nearby persons, possibly causing skinirritation or fire in the presence of a source of ignition.note: fuel filler cap should be opened slowly to reduce chances of fuelspillage until the dealer has made the necessary modifications. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E018000 | FOREIGN PARTS DISTRIBUTORS, INC. | E (Equipment) | 266 | 03/30/2006 | OVSC | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 03/01/2006 | 03/01/2006 | 571 | 106 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain 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 Summary | Brake hose rupture could result in loss of braking ability, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Foreign 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers 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. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CABLES | ||||||||||||||||
| 81V012000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 03/01/1976 to 01/01/1980 | V (Vehicle) | 110000 | 05/13/1981 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 01/28/1981 | 02/12/1981 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The accelerator cable which leads from the transmission lever to the throttle housing may malfunction. accelerator cable may have been bent during installation or during servicing of engine components. this could cause the steel band cable to bind and can result in delayed response during deceleration, high engine idle and hesitation during acceleration. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The accelerator cable will be replaced with a newly designed one. in addition, other components of the acceleration system will be checked, lubricated, and if necessary, replaced. this will be done without charge. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with fuel-injected gasolineengines and automatic transmissions.system: fuel system; accelerator cable.consequences of defect: the ability to control engine speed could becomeimpaired with little or no warning. loss of vehicle control and an accident mayresult.note: any abnormal throttle control operation or irregular pedal operationshould be reported to dealer. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||
| DP86009 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 05/07/1986 | 06/19/1986 | UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION | ||
| Uncontrolled acceleration | ||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| DP81012 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 03/03/1981 | 11/02/1981 | FUEL PUMP | ||
| Fuel pump | ||||||
| DP82008 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 04/26/1982 | 10/29/1982 | THROTTLE STICKING CASE - C81-02 | ||
| Throttle sticking case - c81-02 | ||||||
| DP82003 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 01/19/1982 | 03/10/1982 | FUEL PUMP CIRCUIT | ||
| Fuel pump circuit | ||||||
| VISIBILITY | ||||||
| DP82002 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 11/17/1981 | 02/02/1982 | REAR VIEW MIRROR | ||
| Rear view mirror | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 04/12/1996 | |||
| The vehicle suddenly accelerated when no force was applied to the gas pedal. *ak | |||
| 03/10/1996 | |||
| The vehicle suddenly accelearted when onedid not apply force to the gas pedal. *ak | |||