Volkswagen Vanagon 1980

Model Vanagon made in 1980 by Volkswagen got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, suspension and visibility.

Model 1980

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL - SLIDE-IN CAMPER
81V076000COUNTRY HOMES CAMPER CO.from 04/01/1980 to 04/01/1981V (Vehicle)9204/22/1981MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC06/23/198107/02/1981
Defect SummaryDuring vehicle operation, the pop top could loosen from its anchor due to wind pressure. it could open and separate entirely from the vehicle.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect and, if necessary, modify anchorages to make sure pop top will be secured under normal operating conditions.
NotesVehicle description: campers (van conversion).system: equipment; pop top.consequences of defect: sudden opening of the pop top could be a hazard to safevehicle operation. complete separation could cause an accident and personalinjury to other drivers.note: until the problem is corrected, owner is advised to avoid excessive windpressure against the pop top by driving at moderate speeds.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER BALL JOINT
79V270000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCfrom 07/01/1979 to 12/01/1979V (Vehicle)257201/28/1980MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC12/27/197902/15/1980571
Defect SummaryThe bolts which attach each left and right side front ball joint to the upper wishbone, may not have been sufficiently tightened during assembly. this could cause the ball joint to separate from the wishbone.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will tighten the ball joint bolts to the correct specifications at no cost to owner.
NotesVehicle description: vans.system: suspension; front ball joint bolts.consequences of defect: separation of the ball joint from the wishbone couldcause loss of vehicle control and a vehicle accident.
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM
80V080000VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCfrom 07/01/1979 to 02/01/1980V (Vehicle)228707/29/1980MFRVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC06/25/198007/30/1980
Defect SummaryThe auxiliary heaters exhaust pipe is mounted in a downward position toward the ground.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will remove the existing pipe and install a modified pipe with a shield over the end, without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: vans equipped with auxiliary heaters.system: heating; heater exhaust pipe.consequences of defect: in the event the vehicle is parked in an area with drymaterial (grass) beneath it, the downflow of exhaust could reach the materialand possibly ignite it. a vehicle fire and personal injury could result.