Recall 83V116000: 1975–1979 Volkswagen Rabbit and 1 other model
- Report received
- Nov 9, 1983
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen of america,inc
- Potentially affected
- 661,585vehicles
- Model years
- 1975–1979
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
Brake lines installed underneath the carpeting in the passenger compartment may rust due to the entry of water and road salt. If rusting remains unchecked, it produces leaks in the lines and brake fluid may be lost.
Remedy
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the interior brake lines at no cost to owner. Owners are also advised that all brake lines should be inspected at two-year intervals.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit0 complaints
- 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit0 complaints
- 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit0 complaints
- 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit0 complaints
- 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit0 complaints
- 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco0 complaints
- 1976 Volkswagen Scirocco0 complaints
- 1977 Volkswagen Scirocco0 complaints
- 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco1 complaints
- 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco1 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.