Defect Description For Recall
The Airbag Harness Wire May Have Been Improperly Routed Through An Opening In The Dashboard Crossmember And Could Be Pinched And Chafed Between Two Panels Eventually Resulting In Damage To The Wire.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLKSWAGEN
Model Of Vehicle
CABRIOLET
Year
1990
Recall Campaign Number
91V215000
Component Description
Air BAGS
Effect Of Defect
If The Airbag Harness Wire Is Damaged, The Passiverestraint System Will Become Inoperative. The Dashboard Warning Light Willilluminate, But The Passive Restraint Will Not FunCTIon Until The Wire Isrepaired.
Fix Defect
Secure Wire To The Crossmember With A Clip.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volkswagen Of America,Inc
Start Of Manufacture
19890801
End Of Manufacture
19900701
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
8500
Date Owners Notified
19920522
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
19911213