Recall campaign88V038000
Recall 88V038000: 1986–1987 Volkswagen Camper and 1 other model
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
- Report received
- Mar 23, 1988
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen of america,inc
- Potentially affected
- 12,000vehicles
- 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
In line fuel filter located between the fuel tank and fuel pump could seep fuel at the seam of the plastic casing.
Possible consequence
Should seepage occur, leaking fuel can cause a risk offire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy
The in line fuel filter will be replaced with a straight fuel hose.
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 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.