1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 93V175000Oct 29, 199329,500 vehicles potentially affected
  Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
  Covers: Volkswagen Vanagon 1986–1991

  Reported issue: The plastic material of the center air flow duct, which is fastened by two mounting screws to the ceiling of the passenger compartment, can crack and eventually break.

  Possible consequence: If the plastic breaks where it is held at the twomounting screws, the center air flow duct can separate from its supports andcause injury to the passengers sitting in the center seat of the vehicle.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a reinforcement plate at the connections of both the center and rear air flow ducts.

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• 92V058000Apr 14, 1992358,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Volkswagen Vanagon 1990–1991, Jetta 1988–1992, Golf 1988–1992 +5 more

  Reported issue: The fuel hose attached to the fuel distribution rail on the engine may shrink beyond the clamp force of the fuel hose clamps, allowing fuel to leak.

  Possible consequence: Fuel leakage in the engine compartment can cause an underhood fire if the fuel comes in contact with a source of ignition.

  Remedy: Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self-tightening clamp.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE93043Overhead a/c separationClosed · May 5, 1993
• EA91026Sliding door latch failureClosed · Jun 4, 1991

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