1973 · Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. Recalls Reported in 1973
12 NHTSA safety recalls affecting approximately 175,557 vehicles.
1973 Recalls
All 12 Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. recalls
Sorted by most recent. Click any recall for full defect summary, corrective action, and your next steps.
Recall 73V229000
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Engine cooling system:other parts
Engine And Engine Cooling · 16,000 affected · Dec 3, 1973
Recall 73V196000
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Suspension:single axle:rear
Suspension · 13,500 affected · Oct 2, 1973
Large Recall 73V171000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Fuel:fuel systems
N/A · 112,000 affected · Aug 16, 1973
Recall 73V154000
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Brakes:hydraulic:shoe:disc brake system
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 12,500 affected · Jul 23, 1973
Recall 73V133000
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Interior systems:active seat and shoulder belts an
Seat Belts · 7,630 affected · Jun 12, 1973
Recall 73V124000
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Electrical system:wiring:harness:under dash
Electrical System · 6,487 affected · Jun 4, 1973
Recall 73V117000
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Interior systems:restraint:belt anchor and attachm
Seat Belts · 371 affected · May 21, 1973
Recall 73V115000
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Structure:frame:members and body:identification ma
Equipment · 1,360 affected · May 17, 1973
Recall 73V116000
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Equipment:other labels
Equipment · 509 affected · May 17, 1973
Recall 73V107000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Fuel:fuel tank assembly:cap:filler
Fuel System, Gasoline · 1,200 affected · May 8, 1973
Recall 73V108000
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Tires:markings
Tires · 1,000 affected · May 8, 1973
Recall 73V006000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Structure:bumper assembly
Structure · 3,000 affected · Jan 9, 1973
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. 1973 Recall FAQ
How many recalls did Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. issue in 1973?
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. issued 12 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls in 1973, affecting an estimated 175,557 vehicles.
How do I check if my 1973 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.