Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #79V120000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 79V120000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 540,000 affected units, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER RELAY, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Due to an improperly sealed antenna mounting hole, water could seap into the fuse relay board. The water entering the fuse relay board acts as a conductor of current, thereby charging the starter.

Corrective Action

The dealer will seal all radio antenna cable holes. In addition, electrical parts of the relay/fuse board will be checked and replaced in the case of corrosion.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 79V120000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1979-05-17T00:00:00

Subject: Electrical system:starter relay

Component: Electrical System

Potentially Affected Units: 540,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Due to an improperly sealed antenna mounting hole, water could seap into the fuse relay board. The water entering the fuse relay board acts as a conductor of current, thereby charging the starter.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will seal all radio antenna cable holes. In addition, electrical parts of the relay/fuse board will be checked and replaced in the case of corrosion.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 79V120000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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