Volkswagen Vanagon 1981
Model Vanagon made in 1981 by Volkswagen got 2 consumer complains, 1 investigation there are 2 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference to fuel system, gasoline. . Technical service bulletines regarding seats. The car had one investigation (vehicle speed control). There were some recalls concerningequipment, latches/locks/linkages.
Model 1981
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL - SLIDE-IN CAMPER | ||||||||||||||||
| 81V076000 | COUNTRY HOMES CAMPER CO. | from 04/01/1980 to 04/01/1981 | V (Vehicle) | 92 | 04/22/1981 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 06/23/1981 | 07/02/1981 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | During 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 Summary | Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, modify anchorages to make sure pop top will be secured under normal operating conditions. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle 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. | |||||||||||||||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 84V084000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | V (Vehicle) | 16000 | 08/13/1984 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 07/10/1984 | 08/06/1984 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Spring, which holds the latch on the front door locks, may break and door may open unexpectedly. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Springs will be replaced on all affected locks without charge. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: camper and multi-purpose passenger vehicles.system: door latch.consequences of defect: door could open unexpectedly while the vehicle is inmotion; occupants could be ejected from vehicle and suffer serious injury. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEATS | |||||
| 0101 | 06/12/2001 | 621613 | Subject regarding latch system lower anchors and tethers for children, installing / retrofitting. *tt | 09/27/2001 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| PE90024 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 12/04/1989 | 02/20/1990 | FUEL LEAK, EVAPORATIVE VNT | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 06/29/2002 | 1 | 04/01/1983 | |
| Consumer states that while approaching a stop sign, a big cloud of smoke was coming from the rear of the vehicle, when lifting the cover to the engine compartment, consumer could see it burning with a bright white flame, consumer states the cause of the fire was due to a faulty fuel injection system which starts the fire and ignites the cooling fan housing which is of magnesium alloy. *slc | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| When driving over a puddle of water, water gets trapped on top of fuel tank, causing tank to rust, resulting in a fuel leakage. please provide details. *ak | |||