Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #96V128000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 96V128000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 1,100 affected units, VW/EQUIPMENT:ELECTRIC POWER ACCESSORIES:WINDOWS, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The sheet metal panels of both rear doors have openings for the routing of the electrical window regulator wiring. The panel openings have sharp edges that can damage the insulation of the wiring harness.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a protective edge cover in both rear door inner panel openings.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 96V128000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1996-07-08T00:00:00

Subject: Vw/equipment:electric power accessories:windows

Component: Visibility

Potentially Affected Units: 1,100

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The sheet metal panels of both rear doors have openings for the routing of the electrical window regulator wiring. The panel openings have sharp edges that can damage the insulation of the wiring harness.

Consequence Summary: An electrical short in the wiring can occur resulting in a possible fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install a protective edge cover in both rear door inner panel openings.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-zx7f-dbtu~idr4

NHTSA ID: 96V128000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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