Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #93V129000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 93V129000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 76,000 affected units, BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:LINES:METALLIC, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

An engine preheating tube may not be properly supported due to a missing support bracket, causing the preheating tube to chafe against the right front metal brake line. This can damage the hydraulic line, causing brake fluid leakage and diminished braking in one brake circuit.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a preheating tube support bracket to ensure proper positioning relative to the right front metal brake line.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 93V129000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1993-08-02T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:hydraulic:lines:metallic

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 76,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: An engine preheating tube may not be properly supported due to a missing support bracket, causing the preheating tube to chafe against the right front metal brake line. This can damage the hydraulic line, causing brake fluid leakage and diminished braking in one brake circuit.

Consequence Summary: Diminished braking can result in increased stoppingdistances and a possible accident.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install a preheating tube support bracket to ensure proper positioning relative to the right front metal brake line.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 93V129000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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