Defect Description For Recall
A Crack Can Develop In The Fuel Tank Adjacent To A Seam Weld In The Rear Of The Tank.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLKSWAGEN
Model Of Vehicle
CABRIOLET
Year
1989
Recall Campaign Number
94V065000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
Effect Of Defect
Fuel Can Leak From The Cracked Fuel Tank Which Could Catch Fire In The Presence Of A Source Of Ignition.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Check The Vehicle With A Specially Designed Tool For The Presence Of A Tank Crack, And Replace The Fuel Tank If The Defect Is Present.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volkswagen Of America,Inc
Start Of Manufacture
19860801
End Of Manufacture
19890801
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
7500
Date Owners Notified
19940815
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
19940408