Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #80V155000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 80V155000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 25 affected units, SUSPENSION:INDEPENDENT FRONT ATTACHING MECHANISMS, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The lockwasher for the two bolts holding the left and right axle strut to the axle bearing housing, as well as the bolt holding the wishbone to the crossmember, may have been improperly manufactured. Some of these washers are too brittle. This may lead to breakage due to excess carbon deposits.

Corrective Action

The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lock washers at no charge.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 80V155000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1980-11-28T00:00:00

Subject: Suspension:independent front attaching mechanisms

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 25

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The lockwasher for the two bolts holding the left and right axle strut to the axle bearing housing, as well as the bolt holding the wishbone to the crossmember, may have been improperly manufactured. Some of these washers are too brittle. This may lead to breakage due to excess carbon deposits.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lock washers at no charge.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-cq8y.75r5~4xzw

NHTSA ID: 80V155000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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