Large Recall NHTSA · 81V113000 Reported September 24, 1981

Structure:body

Q: What is recall 81V113000?

NHTSA recall 81V113000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on September 24, 1981. It addresses: Structure:body. The recall affects approximately 448,167 vehicles , with the defect involving the Structure component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · Structure · 448,167 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

81V113000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Component

Structure

Vehicles Affected

448,167

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

September 24, 1981

Defect Summary

Corrosive damage and increased electrical resistance may cause the fuel pump relay to stop functioning. The fuel pump relay is one of several relays on a relay board located near the firewall. Corrosion caused by rain entering an improperly sealed antenna hole has been the subject of previous campaigns, but additional measures are required to ensure that the problem is corrected.

Corrective Action

Vehicles will be inspected to determine whether the modification has been performed. If not, a bypass will be installed to locate the fuel pump relay away from the relay board. Any corroded relay boards or connectors will also be replaced.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 81V113000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 81V113000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 81V113000?

NHTSA recall 81V113000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on September 24, 1981. It addresses: Structure:body. The recall affects approximately 448,167 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 81V113000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.