Recall 77V214000: 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit
- Report received
- Dec 8, 1977
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen of america,inc
- Potentially affected
- 3,000vehicles
- Model years
- 1978
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
On the involved vehicles, the vacuum line connecting the carburetor and the thermo valve may have been improperly installed. This condition may prevent the throttle linkage plate from returning to its idle position.
Remedy
The dealer will replace the vacuum hose with a longer version hose, rerouting and securing it, without charge to owner.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.