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Safety recall · 86V149000

Fuel system: tank assembly Volkswagen recall

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this recall to NHTSA on November 7, 1986. It covers about 23,000 vehicles across 2 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
86V149000
Reported
Nov 7, 1986
Vehicles
23,000
Area
Fuel system

The problem

More fuel than permitted by fmvss 301 may escape from the fuel tank assembly. Consequence of defect: cars are not in compliance with fmvss 301.

The fix

Replace the fuel tank assembly with a modified unit.

Contacts

System: fuel tank/fmvss 301. Vehicle description: passenger cars.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Volkswagen dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 86V149000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1986 Volkswagen Golf135C
1986 Volkswagen GTI23C

Questions

Is the 86V149000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 86V149000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 86V149000 announced?

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported it to NHTSA on November 7, 1986. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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