Volkswagen Volkswagen (1958) – 72V256000

Defect Description For Recall

The Set Screw Locking The Windshield Wiper Arm To The Driving Shaft May Work Loose. If This Happens, It Would Cause Erratic Wiper Operation And The Could Cause Wiper Operation To Cease Entirely.

Make Of Vehicle

VOLKSWAGEN

Model Of Vehicle

VOLKSWAGEN

Year

1958

Recall Campaign Number

72V256000

Component Description

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer

Effect Of Defect

Loss Of Wiper Operation Would Impair Road Visibilityduring Inclement Weather Conditions, Which May Result In An Accident.

Fix Defect

Inspect And Replace With New Type Wiper Arms Where Necessary.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Volkswagen Of America,Inc

Start Of Manufacture

19490801

End Of Manufacture

19690701

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

3700000

Date Owners Notified

19721020

Initiated By

Odi

Responsible Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Date Report Received

19721026

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard