Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #95V178000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 95V178000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 34,000 affected units, ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM:FAN, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Improper material was used in manufacturing the radiator fan motor shaft causing the shaft to wear and become noisy.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the complete cooling fan assembly on vehicle having the potential shaft material problem. Dealers will install a new fan blade including a new lock nut on vehicle with loose fan blade lock nuts.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 95V178000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1995-09-20T00:00:00

Subject: Engine cooling system:fan

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 34,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Improper material was used in manufacturing the radiator fan motor shaft causing the shaft to wear and become noisy.

Consequence Summary: A worn and noisy fan motor shaft can seize renderingthe fan motor inoperative, eventually causing the engine to overheat and stall. a stalled vehicle in traffic can increase the potential for a vehicle accident.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the complete cooling fan assembly on vehicle having the potential shaft material problem. Dealers will install a new fan blade including a new lock nut on vehicle with loose fan blade lock nuts.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-s6cs.zekm~vyk8

NHTSA ID: 95V178000

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Created At: 1741512641

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Updated At: 1741512641

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