1972 · Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. Recalls Reported in 1972
8 NHTSA safety recalls affecting approximately 3,737,914 vehicles.
1972 Recalls
All 8 Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. recalls
Sorted by most recent. Click any recall for full defect summary, corrective action, and your next steps.
Recall 72V280000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Electrical system:wiring
Electrical System · 9,100 affected · Nov 21, 1972
Recall 72V281000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Brakes:hydraulic:shoe:disc brake system
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 2,000 affected · Nov 21, 1972
Large Recall 72V256000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Visual systems:windshield wiper arm
Visibility · 3,700,000 affected · Oct 26, 1972
Recall 72V257000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Equipment:certification label
Equipment · 21 affected · Oct 26, 1972
Recall 72V203000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Interior systems:seat belts:lap:front
Seat Belts · 160 affected · Aug 15, 1972
Recall 72V204000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Interior systems:seat track anchors and seats
N/A · 12,000 affected · Aug 15, 1972
Recall 72V096000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Structure:frame:members and body:identification ma
Equipment · 4,713 affected · Apr 26, 1972
Recall 72V048000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Equipment:certification label
Equipment · 9,920 affected · Jan 22, 1972
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. 1972 Recall FAQ
How many recalls did Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. issue in 1972?
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. issued 8 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls in 1972, affecting an estimated 3,737,914 vehicles.
How do I check if my 1972 Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. vehicle is under recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see every active recall for your specific vehicle.
Is the repair free?
Yes. Federal law requires manufacturers to remedy safety defects at no cost — regardless of vehicle age or ownership history.