1992-2001 Europa Gelaendewagen recall: automatic transmission

Europa International, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 26, 2001. It covers about 473 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 473
reported: Feb 26, 2001
owners notified: Mar 21, 2001

Power train: automatic transmission

What is wrong: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. These vehicles were built with an incorrect labeling on the transmission shifter console.
Risk: The improper labeling could cause a driver to park the vehicle without applying the parking brake, which could allow the vehicle to roll away and cause a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will relabel the vehicle console and place a sticker on the console warning of the need to use the parking brake. An owner's manual supplement will also be provided explaining the need to use the parking brake. Owner notification began march 21, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact europa at 1‑888‑538‑7672.

Recall number 01V064000

Affected vehicles

Europa Gelaendewagen 1992-2001 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001

Questions about recall 01V064000

Is there a recall on the 1992-2001 Europa Gelaendewagen automatic transmission?

Yes. Recall 01V064000, reported on February 26, 2001, covers about 473 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V064000?

Dealers will relabel the vehicle console and place a sticker on the console warning of the need to use the parking brake. An owner's manual supplement will also be provided explaining the need to use the parking brake. Owner notification began march 21, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact europa at 1‑888‑538‑7672.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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