Safety Recall NHTSA · 93V129000 Reported August 2, 1993

Brakes:hydraulic:lines:metallic

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 76,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
93V129000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
76,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 2, 1993

Defect Summary

An engine preheating tube may not be properly supported due to a missing support bracket, causing the preheating tube to chafe against the right front metal brake line. This can damage the hydraulic line, causing brake fluid leakage and diminished braking in one brake circuit.

Safety Consequence

Diminished braking can result in increased stoppingdistances and a possible accident.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a preheating tube support bracket to ensure proper positioning relative to the right front metal brake line.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 93V129000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 93V129000

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

What is recall 93V129000?

NHTSA recall 93V129000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on August 2, 1993. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:lines:metallic. The recall affects approximately 76,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 93V129000 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.