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Safety recall · 87V162000

Wheels Volkswagen recall

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this recall to NHTSA on October 20, 1987. It covers about 138 vehicles across 1 model year listed below. The repair is free.

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87V162000
Reported
Oct 20, 1987
Vehicles
138
Area
Wheels & tires

The problem

Under heavy load conditions, the rear tire sidewalls may chafe against the wheel housing.

The risk

Prolonged chafing can cause premature tire wear andcould result in sudden loss of air.

The fix

Install a different type sport wheels or install standard wheels.

Contacts

System: wheelsvehicle description: passenger cars with alloy sport wheels.

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 87V162000.
  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
1987 Volkswagen Fox103C

Questions

Is the 87V162000 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 87V162000?

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 87V162000 announced?

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported it to NHTSA on October 20, 1987. 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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