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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.

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.