Volkswagen Rabbit (1975) – 83V116000

Defect Description For Recall

Brake Lines Installed Underneath The Carpeting In The Passenger Compartment May Rust Due To The Entry Of Water And Road Salt. If Rusting Remains Unchecked, It Produces Leaks In The Lines And Brake Fluid May Be Lost.

Make Of Vehicle

VOLKSWAGEN

Model Of Vehicle

RABBIT

Year

1975

Recall Campaign Number

83V116000

Component Description

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Effect Of Defect

Fix Defect

The Dealer Will Inspect And, If Necessary, Replace The Interior Brake Lines At No Cost To Owner. Owners Are Also Advised That All Brake Lines Should Be Inspected At Two-Year Intervals.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Volkswagen Of America,Inc

Start Of Manufacture

19740401

End Of Manufacture

19790701

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

661585

Date Owners Notified

19840118

Initiated By

Odi

Responsible Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Date Report Received

19831109

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard