1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet recall: tank assembly
Volkswagen Of America,inc reported this safety recall on November 18, 1991. It covers about 51,000 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 51,000
- reported
- Nov 18, 1991
- owners notified
- Dec 13, 1991
- related complaints
- 3
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- A crack can develop in the fuel tank adjacent to a seam weld in the rear of the tank.
- Risk
- Fuel can leak from the cracked fuel tank which couldcatch fire in the presence of a source of ignition.
- Remedy
- Check vehicle with a specially designed tool for the presence of a fuel tank crack, and replace fuel tank if defect is found.
Recall number 91V201000
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Cabriolet 1990 1990
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 91V201000
Is there a recall on the 1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet tank assembly?
Yes. Recall 91V201000, reported on November 18, 1991, covers about 51,000 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 91V201000?
Check vehicle with a specially designed tool for the presence of a fuel tank crack, and replace fuel tank if defect is found.
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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