1981 · Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. Recalls Reported in 1981
6 NHTSA safety recalls affecting approximately 727,367 vehicles.
1981 Recalls
All 6 Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. recalls
Sorted by most recent. Click any recall for full defect summary, corrective action, and your next steps.
Large Recall 81V113000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Structure:body
Structure · 448,167 affected · Sep 24, 1981
Recall 81V103000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Equipment:certification label
Equipment · 7,400 affected · Sep 9, 1981
Recall 81V106000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Steering:linkages:tie rod:end
Steering · 4,800 affected · Sep 9, 1981
Large Recall 81V058000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Fuel:fuel tank assembly:pipe:filler:neck
Fuel System, Gasoline · 133,000 affected · May 15, 1981
Recall 81V039000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Structure:frame and members(give side/end)
Structure · 24,000 affected · Mar 24, 1981
Large Recall 81V012000
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Fuel:throttle linkages:accelerator:flexible
Vehicle Speed Control · 110,000 affected · Jan 28, 1981
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. 1981 Recall FAQ
How many recalls did Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. issue in 1981?
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. issued 6 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls in 1981, affecting an estimated 727,367 vehicles.
How do I check if my 1981 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.