Recall 85V152000: 1985 Volkswagen Camper and 1 other model

Report received

Nov 19, 1985

Manufacturer

Volkswagen of america,inc

Potentially affected

18,328vehicles

Model years

1985

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

The latch of the passenger side sliding door may become damaged if excessive force is used to close the door. The damaged door lock mechanism will not properly engage and the door could open if vehicle is driven over bumpy roads. Consequence of defect: if this occurs there is a possibility that a passenger could fall out causing injury or death.

Remedy

Modify the sliding door lock assembly so door will properly engage.

Affected model years

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

• 1985 Volkswagen Camper1 complaints
• 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon1 complaints