Recall campaign87V052000
Recall 87V052000: 1986–1987 Volkswagen Vanagon and 1 other model
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
- Report received
- Apr 14, 1987
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen of america,inc
- Potentially affected
- 15,500vehicles
- Model years
- 1986–1987
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
Usage of fuel with reid pressure up to 14 psi could, under high engine load and high ambient temperatures, lead to stalling.
Possible consequence
Fuel flow could become restricted and cause the engineto stall.
Remedy
Install a new fuel tank, containing a redesigned fuel filter, as well as modified control units.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1986 Volkswagen Camper0 complaints
- 1987 Volkswagen Camper0 complaints
- 1986 Volkswagen Vanagon8 complaints
- 1987 Volkswagen Vanagon13 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.