Defect Description For Recall
The Handle Of The Emergency Brake Contains A Torsion Spring Which Is Designed To Ensure That The Locking Mechanism Remains Firmly Engaged Upon Application Of The Emergency Brake. Some Of These Springs May Have Been Improperly Installed.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLKSWAGEN
Model Of Vehicle
EUROVAN
Year
1993
Recall Campaign Number
93V138000
Component Description
Parking Brake:Conventional:Mechanical
Effect Of Defect
An Improperly Installed Spring Can Cause The Emergencybrake To Release. If The Vehicle Is Not Properly Secured, It Could Set Itselfin Motion And Cause An Accident.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install A Longer Tension Spring To Provide Sufficient Tension.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volkswagen Of America,Inc
Start Of Manufacture
19920701
End Of Manufacture
19921101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2400
Date Owners Notified
19940205
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
19930903