Recall 85V099000: 1983–1984 Volkswagen Quantum and 3 other models

Report received

Jul 30, 1985

Manufacturer

Volkswagen of america,inc

Potentially affected

105,000vehicles

Model years

1983–1984

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

Under adverse weather conditions, outer rubber layer of brake hoses may become brittle and develop cracks. Consequence of defect: cracks could lead to loss of brake fluid resulting in an increase in stopping distance and possibly an accident.

Remedy

Replace brake hoses as necessary.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1984 Audi 40005 complaints
• 1983 Audi 50001 complaints
• 1984 Audi 50004 complaints
• 1983 Volkswagen Jetta0 complaints
• 1984 Volkswagen Jetta1 complaints
• 1983 Volkswagen Quantum0 complaints
• 1984 Volkswagen Quantum3 complaints