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Recall campaign87V063000

Recall 87V063000: 1987 Volkswagen GTI and 1 other model

Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Report received
May 8, 1987
Manufacturer
Volkswagen of america,inc
Potentially affected
10,000vehicles
Model years
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

The front left wheel lug nuts may have been improperly torqued.

Possible consequence

An improperly torqued wheel may loosen over a period oftime and could eventually separate, causing an accident.

Remedy

Inspect and re-torque left front wheel lug nuts.

Affected model years

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

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.