Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #83V116000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 83V116000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 661,585 affected units, BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:LINES:METALLIC, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Brake lines installed underneath the carpeting in the passenger compartment may rust due to the entry of water and road salt. If rusting remains unchecked, it produces leaks in the lines and brake fluid may be lost.

Corrective Action

The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the interior brake lines at no cost to owner. Owners are also advised that all brake lines should be inspected at two-year intervals.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 83V116000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1983-11-09T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:hydraulic:lines:metallic

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 661,585

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Brake lines installed underneath the carpeting in the passenger compartment may rust due to the entry of water and road salt. If rusting remains unchecked, it produces leaks in the lines and brake fluid may be lost.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the interior brake lines at no cost to owner. Owners are also advised that all brake lines should be inspected at two-year intervals.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-szea_fbrp-95cc

NHTSA ID: 83V116000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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