1981 VOLKSWAGEN VANAGON Recalls (2)
- Campaign:
- 81V076000 on 07/01/1981
- Component:
- Equipment:mechanical:slide-in camper
- Manufactured:
- 03/31/1980 - 03/31/1981
- Affected:
- 92
- Defect:
- During vehicle operation, the pop top could loosen from its anchor due to wind pressure. it could open and separate entirely from the vehicle.
- Correction:
- Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, modify anchorages to make sure pop top will be secured under normal operating conditions.
- Notes:
- Vehicle description: campers (van conversion).system: equipment; pop top.consequences of defect: sudden opening of the pop top could be a hazard to safevehicle operation. complete separation could cause an accident and personalinjury to other drivers.note: until the problem is corrected, owner is advised to avoid excessive windpressure against the pop top by driving at moderate speeds.
- Campaign:
- 84V084000 on 08/05/1984
- Component:
- Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
- Affected:
- 16,000
- Defect:
- Spring, which holds the latch on the front door locks, may break and door may open unexpectedly.
- Correction:
- Springs will be replaced on all affected locks without charge.
- Notes:
- Vehicle description: camper and multi-purpose passenger vehicles.system: door latch.consequences of defect: door could open unexpectedly while the vehicle is inmotion; occupants could be ejected from vehicle and suffer serious injury.
1981 VOLKSWAGEN VANAGON TSB
- Bulletin:
- 0101
- Component:
- 220000 seats
- Summary:
- Subject regarding latch system lower anchors and tethers for children, installing / retrofitting. *tt
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