Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #90V070000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 90V070000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 6,600 affected units, STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Improperly manufactured steering lock bolts could break if driver applies excessive force to a locked steering wheel in an attempt to disengage the steering lock.

Corrective Action

Replace complete steering lock assembly, including a modified lock bolt.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 90V070000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1990-04-10T00:00:00

Subject: Steering:column locking:anti-theft device

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 6,600

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Improperly manufactured steering lock bolts could break if driver applies excessive force to a locked steering wheel in an attempt to disengage the steering lock.

Consequence Summary: Bolt breakage would cause steering wheel to remain locked even after the driver turns the ignition key and attempts to move the car; this total loss of steering control could result in an accident.

Corrective Action: Replace complete steering lock assembly, including a modified lock bolt.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-nhc3.fygv~277z

NHTSA ID: 90V070000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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