1997 Volkswagen Eurovan recall: tank assembly
Volkswagen Of America,inc reported this safety recall on February 11, 1997. It covers about 201 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 201
- reported
- Feb 11, 1997
- owners notified
- Apr 9, 1997
- related complaints
- 3
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- During the installation of the camper equipment, an improperly adjusted power tool drill bit punctured the fuel tank vapor container.
- Risk
- Fuel vapors can escape which could cause a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen dealers, on behalf of winnebago, will check the fuel vapor container for the defect and if a defect is present, the fuel vapor container, will be replaced.
Recall number 97V016001
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Eurovan 1997 1997
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 97V016001
Is there a recall on the 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan tank assembly?
Yes. Recall 97V016001, reported on February 11, 1997, covers about 201 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 97V016001?
Volkswagen dealers, on behalf of winnebago, will check the fuel vapor container for the defect and if a defect is present, the fuel vapor container, will be replaced.
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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