Brakes:caliper
Defect Summary
Certain rear brake calipers could bind and consequently overheat.
Safety Consequence
Overheated calipers could cause brake pedal to feelspongy and could result in one brake circuit becoming inoperative. brakingability would be affected.
Corrective Action
Requires inspection of brake calipers and replacement of calipers as necessary.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. or involving Service Brakes, Air.
FAQ: Recall 87V158000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 87V158000?
NHTSA recall 87V158000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on October 6, 1987. It addresses: Brakes:caliper. The recall affects approximately 16,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 87V158000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.