Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #84V144000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 84V144000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 9,500 affected units, BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:FITTINGS:NON-METALLIC, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The clip located above the exhaust pipe where it enters the pre-muffler may melt from excessive heat caused by engine idling.

Corrective Action

The dealer has initiated a two step corrective procedure: the first step consists of immediate removal of the plastic clip on all affected vehicles. Step two involves replacement of the plastic clip with a metal one when parts are available.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 84V144000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1984-11-14T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:hydraulic:fittings:non-metallic

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 9,500

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The clip located above the exhaust pipe where it enters the pre-muffler may melt from excessive heat caused by engine idling.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer has initiated a two step corrective procedure: the first step consists of immediate removal of the plastic clip on all affected vehicles. Step two involves replacement of the plastic clip with a metal one when parts are available.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-wg8w~squ2-6yzz

NHTSA ID: 84V144000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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