Volkswagen Vanagon 1986
Model Vanagon made in 1986 by Volkswagen got 10 consumer complains, 4 investigations there are 4 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, equipment and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding seats. The car had some investigations: structure, vehicle speed control and visibility. There were some recalls concerningequipment, fuel system, gasoline. The car has one 2.1l engine.
Model 1986
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 2.1L) | 4 | C5 | 4WD | 15/15/15 | 17/20/18 | Regular | $ 1251 | 15 | 860304 |
| ( 2.1L) | 4 | Automatic, 3 gears | RWD | 14/16/15 | 16/20/17 | Regular | $ 1251 | 15 | 850901 |
| ( 2.1L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | RWD | 16/18/17 | 18/23/20 | Regular | $ 1102 | 15 | 850901 |
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 - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | ||||||||||||||||
| 93V175000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 08/01/1985 to 06/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 29500 | 03/04/1994 | ODI | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 10/29/1993 | 11/01/1993 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The plastic material of the center air flow duct, which is fastened by two mounting screws to the ceiling of the passenger compartment, can crack and eventually break. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the plastic breaks where it is held at the twomounting screws, the center air flow duct can separate from its supports andcause injury to the passengers sitting in the center seat of the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a reinforcement plate at the connections of both the center and rear air flow ducts. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: air conditioner hose; duct; air.vehicle description: vans equipped with factory air conditioning. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||||||||||||
| 88V038000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 10/01/1985 to 10/01/1986 | V (Vehicle) | 12000 | 04/21/1989 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 03/23/1988 | 03/25/1988 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | In line fuel filter located between the fuel tank and fuel pump could seep fuel at the seam of the plastic casing. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Should seepage occur, leaking fuel can cause a risk offire in the presence of an ignition source. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The in line fuel filter will be replaced with a straight fuel hose. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel in line filter.vehicle description: van type vehicles. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 87V052000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 08/01/1985 to 01/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 15500 | 05/29/1987 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 04/14/1987 | 05/06/1987 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Usage of fuel with reid pressure up to 14 psi could, under high engine load and high ambient temperatures, lead to stalling. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel flow could become restricted and cause the engineto stall. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install a new fuel tank, containing a redesigned fuel filter, as well as modified control units. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel tank.vehicle description: van type vehicles. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | ||||||||||||||||
| 87V051000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 08/01/1985 to 07/01/1986 | V (Vehicle) | 339 | 12/10/1987 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 04/14/1987 | 05/06/1987 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Fuel tank filler neck pipe may not seat properly in the fuel tank opening. also, the sending unit cover may be deformed. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel could escape, creating the potential for a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install a redesigned filler neck pipe and replace the sending unit gasket. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel tank.vehicle description: van type vehicles. | |||||||||||||||
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | ||||||
| EA91026 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 06/04/1991 | 01/27/1992 | SLIDING DOOR LATCH FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| PE91050 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 02/21/1991 | 06/04/1991 | SLIDING DOOR LATCH FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| 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 | ||||||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | ||||||
| PE93043 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 05/05/1993 | 10/29/1993 | OVERHEAD A/C SEPARATION | 93V175000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 01/10/1997 | 1 | ||
| While driving engine stopped on its own, tried to restart, smoke started coming from rear, momentarily flames were emerging from back of vehicle, vehicle literally exploded, fire dept responded, vehicle totaled, cause unkown, available for inspection. *ak | |||
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||
| 05/23/2003 | 175000 | 1 | 10/02/1986 |
| The consumers vehicle experienced symptoms of recall #93-v-175-000 which was related to the plastic material of the center air flow duct which could crack and eventually break. . *nlm *ts. the recall work was performed by the dealer. while major service was being performed on the vehicle, the consumer was informed by an independent repair shop the duct plastic above the added reinforcement brackets had deteriorated to the point where the entire air duct housing was in danger of breaking away and crashing down on the center of the rear seats, the prior recall work that was performed seemed to be only a temporary fix. *jb | |||
| While traveling and without any indication air conditioner vent failed on driver's head. dealer has been contacted. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE | |||
| Once camper pops up out of ledge and consumer layed on it then when he tried to get down the bed collapsed. tt | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | |||
| 12/27/1998 | 1 | 03/01/1992 | |
| No summary provided by consumer | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| Vehicle caught fire possible due to fuel leak in a rubber hose that connects the fuel rail to the injectors. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 12/27/1998 | 1 | 03/01/1992 | |
| No summary provided by consumer | |||
| 04/10/1995 | 2 | ||
| Fuel tank failed, causing vehicle to jerk/stall prior to/after recall repairs (87v-052). *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 1 | |||
| Gasoline leak in one of the hoses that connected the fuel rail to the injector swhich caused fire. | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 05/01/2001 | |||
| Shoulder belt buckle attachments in last row of seats fail to release belt, which does not allow consumer to exit vehicle freely. please provide any additional information/attachments.*ak | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | LONG BEACH | 90815 | CIRCLE MOTORS, INC. |