Volkswagen Type Ii 1968

Model Type Ii made in 1968 by Volkswagen got 4 recalls. There were some recalls concerninglatches/locks/linkages, power train and seat belts.

Model 1968

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH
67V107000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC V (Vehicle)176411/07/1967MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC11/14/196710/12/1979
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NotesPossibility that driver compartment door locks could break at the pawl for the rotary latch.if this occurs, the driver or passenger door in the driver compartment is no longer properly locked.(inspect and replace door locks as required.)
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - UNIVERSAL JOINT
67V081000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC V (Vehicle)105109/20/1967MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC09/22/196710/12/1979
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NotesPossibility that the allenhead bolts on the rear axle universal joints were not properly torqued and were occasionally installed without spring washer.this can lead to the loosening and possible loss of bolts.(install spring washer and retorque bolts as required.)
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - WEBBING
68V070000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC to 05/01/1968V (Vehicle)29300007/10/1968MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC07/18/196810/12/1979
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NotesPossibility that front seat over-the- shoulder/lap safety belts have tendency to gradually loosen their adjustment.if this occurs belts are not kept taut and are not as effective.(correct by inspection and add a spring device when necessary.)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
68V002000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC V (Vehicle)1484301/09/1968MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC01/15/196810/12/1979
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NotesPossibility left and right rear brake lines could be chafed through if thespace between brake lines and outer rubber boots for universal joints is not large enough.(correct by replacing outer dust sleeves if required.)