1980
	1980 & 1981
	1981 & 1982
	1983
	1984
	1985
	1985-1991
	1986
	1986-1991
	1986-1987
	1987-1988
	1987-1989
	1987
	1988     Syncros & Campers

1980 

1980 Vanagon                Built from 1979 Jul  to  1979 Dec
     Campaign 79V270000     No. Recalled: 2,572
     Campaign EN            Notification Date:     800128
     System:                Suspension; Front Ball Joint Bolts
     Description of Defect: The bolts which attach each left and right
                            side front ball joint to the upper wishbone,
                            may not have been sufficiently tightened
                            during assembly. This could cause the ball
                            joint to separate from the wishbone.
     Consequence of Defect: Separation of the ball joint from the
                            wishbone could cause loss of vehicle control
                            and a vehicle accident.
     Corrective Action:     The dealer will tighten the ball joints to
                            the correct specifications at no cost to
                            owner.

1980 Vanagon Built from 1979 Jul to 1980 Feb Campaign 80V800000 No. Recalled: 2,287 Campaign ES Notification Date: 800729 System: Heating; Heater Exhaust Pipe Vehicle Description: Vans equipped with auxiliary heaters Description of Defect: The auxiliary heater's exhaust pipe is mounted in a downward position toward the ground. Consequence of Defect: In the event the vehicle is parked in an area with dry material (grass) beneath it, the downflow of exhaust could reach the material and possibly ignite it. A vehicle fire and personal injury could result. Corrective Action: Dealer will remove the existing pipe and install a modified pipe with a shield over the end, without charge to owner. 

1980 & 1981 

1981 & 1982 

1983 

1984 

1985 

1985-1991 

1986 

1986-1991 

Volkswagen United States, Inc. 3800 Hamlin Road Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Tel. (313) 340-5000 February 1994 Subject: Recall Campaign SU Dear Volkswagen Owner: This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Volkswagen has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in some 1986-1991 model Volkswagen Vanagon and Snycro vehicles equipped with factory-installed air conditioning. Our records show that your vehicle is affected by this voluntary recall action. Defect Description Volkswagen has determined that the operation of vehicles on rough roads could, over time, cause breakage of the plastic material used to attach the air conditioning flow ducts to the roof. If this happens, the center air flow duct could separate from its attachment and fall down, which could cause injury to passengers sitting in the center seat of the vehicle. It could also distract the driver. Remedy Your Volkswagen service technician will secure the air flow ducts by installing a reinforcement bracket. Brackets are available at Volkswagen repair facilities. Your Action Please contact the Service Department of your authorized Volkswagen retailer for an appointment to have the necessary work performed as soon as possible. The repair will take less than one hour and will, of course, be free of charge. Precautions If you notice that the air flow duct mounted to the ceiling is loose, please contact your authorized Volkswagen retailer immediately and make sure than no passenger is seated in the center seat below the air duct until the repair is performed. Service Problem Help If your authorized Volkswagen retailer fails or is unable to rememdy the defect free of charge within a reasonable time, please call or write to: Volkswagen United States, Inc. Attn: Customer Relations 3F02-SU 3800 Hamlin Road Auburn Hills, MI 48326-2855 Toll-free Telephone: (800) 822-8987 If you still cannot obtain satisfaction, you may file a complaint with: Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, US Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW, Washington, D.C. 20590. Telephone: 800-424-9393; (Washington, DC area: 202-366-0123). We regret any inconvenience this matter may cause; however, as part of our commitment to ensure your safety and maintain your satisfaction with our product, we would like to repair your vehicle as soon as possible. Thank you for driving a Volkswagen. Sincerely, Andreas H. Steglich Product Compliance Manager 

1986-1987 

Volkswagen United States, Inc. 888 W. Big Beaver P. O. Box 3951 Troy, Michigan 48007-3951 Tel. (313) 362-7200 WU Telex - 230 628 April, 1989 Subject: Recall Campaign PW Dear Volkswagen Owner: This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Volkswagen has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in 1986 through early 1989 Volkswagen Vangaon and Camper vehicles. Our records show that your car is one of these vehicles involved. Defect Description Volkswagen 1986 and 1987 model Vanagon and Camper vehicles are equipped with an in-line fuel filter which is located between the fuel tank and fuel pump. We have found this fuel filter, which is encased in a plastic container, could allow fuel to seep at the seam of the casing. We have also found that under certain climatic and driving conditions the engine's right side fuel return hose in ALL affected vehicles could become brittle and subsequently leak fuel. Leaking fuel could present a risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source. Remedy The in-line fuel filter was intended to filter production residue from the fuel tank. It has therefore served its function in the 1986 and 1987 model vehicles and is no longer needed. As part of the repair your dealer will remove the fuel filter, if applicable, and replace it with a straight hose. Your dealer will also replace the right side fuel return hose on your engine and then pressure check the complete fuel system. This work will take approximately up to one and one half hours and will, of course, be free of charge. Your Action Please contact the Service Department of your authorized Volkswagen dealer for an appointment. The necessary parts will be available at your dealer by April 28, 1989. Precaution Prior to having your vehicle corrected, please be alert to any gasoline odor. Should you detect any, please contact your dealer immediately. Service Problem Help If your dealer fails or is unable to remedy the defect free of charge within a reasonable time, you may call or write to: Volkswagen United States, Inc. Attn: Customer Relations 888 W. Big Beaver Road Troy, MI 48099 Telephone: (800) 822-8987 If you still cannot obtain satisfaction, you submit a complaint to: Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20590. Telephone: (800) 424-9393; (Washington, D.C. area: 426-0123). We regret any inconvenience this matter may cause; however, we are confident that you would want to have your vehicle corrected as soon as possible. Sincerely, Folker G. Rieflin Customer Services Manager 

1986 Vanagon and 1987 Vanagon Built from 1985 Aug to 1987 Jan Campaign 87V052000 No. Recalled: 15,500 Campaign PB Notification Date: 870414 System: Fuel tank. Vehicle Description: Van type vehicles. Description of Defect: Usage of fuel with Reid pressure up to 14 psi could, under high engine load and high ambient temperatures, lead to stalling. Consequence of Defect: Fuel flow could become restricted and cause the engine to stall. Corrective Action: Instll a new fuel tank, containing a redesigned fuel filter, as well as modified control units. 

Volkswagen United States, Inc. 888 W. Big Beaver P. O. Box 3951 Troy, Michigan 48007-3951 Tel. (313) 362-7200 WU Telex - 230 628 Subject: Recall Campaign PB Dear Volkswagen Owner: This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Volkswagen has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in 1986 and some early production 1987 model Volkswagen Vanagon, Camper and Syncro vehicles. Our records show that you are the owner of one of these vehicles. We have determined that if these vehicles are operated with fuel of a higher "Reid" pressure, fuel vapors could form during hot weather and become trapped in the fuel filter located inside the fuel tank (Volkswagen Vanagon and Camper vehicles only). If this occurs, the fuel flow to the engine could be restricted and the vehicle could stall. We have also found that the usage of high "Reid" pressure fuel could, under high engine load adn high ambient temperatures, lead to engine stalling since the main and idle control units are programmed on the basis of fuel with lower vapor pressure (Vanagons, Campers, including Syncros). Both conditions present a safety risk, especially in heavy traffic, and could result in an accident or cause injury. We urge you to arrange an appointment with your authorized Volkswagen dealer as soon as possible. Your dealer will install a new fuel tank containing a redesigned fuel filter and replace the control unit with a modified unit IF APPLICABLE. We estimate that it will take approximately 3 hours to complete the work. All work will, of course, be free of charge. Parts will be available at your dealer on or about May 11, 1987. If your dealer fails or is unable to remedy the defect free of charge within a reasonable time, you may call or write the nearest Customer Assistance office listed in the enclosure. If you still cannot obtain satisfaction, please call or write to: Volkswagen United States, Inc. or Administrator, National Highway 888 W. Big Beaver Road Traffic Safety Administration P. O. Box 3951 U.S. Department of Transportation Troy, MI 48099 Washington, D.C. 20590 Attn: Customer Assistance Toll-Free Auto Safety Hotline Telephone: (313) 362-6488 Telephone: (800) 424-9393 (Washington, D.C. area: 426-0123) We regret any inconvenience this matter may cause; however, we are confident that you would want to have the corrections made without delay. Sincerely, VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC. Rainer Dumke Consumer Services Manager 

1987-1988 

1987-1989 

1987 

1987 Vanagon Built from 1986 Aug to 1987 Feb Campaign 87V083000 No. Recalled: 2,397 Campaign PF Notification Date: 870608 System: Rearward passenger seat. Vehicle Description: Van type vehicles. Description of Defect: Seat brackets which anchor rearward passenger seats may not engage properly. Consequence of Defect: Seat could break loose during acceleration and cause injury to the seat occupant. Corrective Action: Assure that seat brackets are properly engaged. 

1988 

1988 Vanagon Built from 1987 Apr to 1987 Nov Campaign 88V076000 No. Recalled: 130 System: Wheels/tires Vehicle Description: Van camper type vehicles. Description of Defect: Due to improper mounting process, semperit tires 20570R14 mounted on alloy wheels size 6J x 14 could experience tiny cracks in the bead area. Consequence of Defect: Tires could lose air, creating potential for loss of vehicle control. Corrective Action: Replace tires as necessary. 

Vanagon, Vanagon Campers, Vanagon Syncros

Volkswagen Recall Campaigns Affected From VIN - Date Year Models To Vin Issued Code Description y N Front ball joint bolts need tightening. 

1980 Vanagon - 1980/07 ES Aux. heater exhaust w/ aux heater pipe replaced. 

1980 Camper - 1981/04 ?? Pop top anchors may 1981 Camper need modification. 

1981 Vanagon WV2*A025*BH003450 - 1981/?? MD Check/replace fuel WV2*A025*BH098864 expansion tank. 

1981 Vanagon WV2**02**BH143904 - 1984/09 NC Replace front door 1982 Vanagon WV2**02**CH154356 lock springs 

1985 Vanagon WV2*A025*FH000001 - 1986/04 NR Check/modify sliding 1985 Camper WV2*A025*FH115553 door striker plate 

1986 Vanagon WV***02**GG000001 - 1987/11 PA Replace gasoline Syncro WV***02**GG118815 filler neck, sending unit, and gasket 

1986 Vanagon WV***02**GH000001 - 1987/08 PB Replace fuel tank 1987 Vanagon WV***02**HH064100 includes Syncro. see Campaign details. new part: 251-201-019 1986 Syncro WV***02**GG000001 - 1987/08 PB Replace Idle Control 1987 Syncro WV***02**HG031747 Unit 1986 Vanagon WV***02**GH000001 - 1987/08 PB Replace Idle Control 1987 Vanagon WV***02**HH038717 Unit includes Syncro. see Campaign details. new part: 251-907-393B (green dot) 1986 Syncro WV***02**GG000001 - 1987/08 PB Replace Control Unit/ 1987 Syncro WV***02**HG031747 Digifant 1986 Vanagon WV***02**GH000001 - 1987/08 PB Replace Control Unit/ 1987 Vanagon WV***02**HH041180 Digifant includes Syncro. see Campaign details. new part: 025-906-022 (yellow dot) 1986 Syncro WV***02**GG000001 - 1987/08 PB Remove Restrictor 1987 Syncro WV***02**HG031747 Valve 1986 Vanagon WV***02**GH000001 - 1987/08 PB Remove Restrictor 1987 Vanagon WV***02**HH029602 Valve includes Syncro. see Campaign details. 1986 Vanagon WV***02**GH000001 - 1987/08 PB Re-route Hose (plug 1987 Vanagon WV***02**HH029602 air filter connection does NOT affect Syncros to active charcoal filter)

1986 Vanagon - 1988/?? ?? In line fuel filter 1987 Vanagon replaced by straight fuel hose. 

1987 Vanagon - 1988/?? ?? Alloy wheels 6Jx14 and 1987 Camper Semperit tires, size 1988 Vanagon 205/70R14 don't work 1988 Camper together. replace tires. ONLY models with Alloy wheels 

1987 Vanagon - 1987/12 PF Reward passenger seat brackets may not engage 

1987 Vanagon WV**B02**HH036719 - 1987/12 PG Replace shift lever WV**B02**HH082874 pawl (automatic transmission) 

1988 Vanagon WV2**025*JH000001 - 1988/?? ?? Improper jack supplied WV2**025*JH003998 with vehicle. 

1987 Vanagon WV2**025*HH051294 - 1988/12 PL Inspect/seal water WV2**025*HH999999 inlet seal on camper 1988 Vanagon WV2**025*JH000001 - WV2**025*JH003998 

1986 Vanagon WV2**025*GH000001 - 1989/05 PW Replacement of fuel thru WV2**025*KH019148 filter & hose in engine 1989 Vanagon does NOT affect Syncros compartment 

1990 Vanagon WV2**02**LH000001 - 1991/07 QY Modification to WV2**02**LH044564 headlight switch CANADIAN models ONLY 

1986 Vanagon WV2**02**GH000001 - 1994/02 SU Modification to 1991 Vanagon WV2**02**MH999999 overhead ducts for Does NOT affect Campers or air conditioning to Models without air conditioning add reinforcement 

1985 Vanagon - 1992/?? SV Replace clamps on 1991 Vanagon WV2**02**MH999999 fuel distribution rail to prevent leaks and possible fire. 

1990 Vanagon WV2**02**LH000001 - 1994/03 RV Replace fuel injector 1991 Vanagon WV2**02**MH999999 seals (leaking) 

Volkswagen United States, Inc. 888 W. Big Beaver P. O. Box 3951 Troy, Michigan 48007-3951 Tel. (313) 362-7200 WU Telex - 230 628 June 1990 Subject: Service Action QL Dear Volkswagen Owner: We are writing to inform you that Volkswagen has introduced a service action program designed to protect the engine in your VW Vanagon, Camper or Syncro vehicle from possible early expensive repairs. In order for you to take full advantage of this program, we ask that you make an appointment with your authorized VW dealer for the purpose of retorqueing the cylinder head nuts of the engine in your car. Problem Description It is possible that the cylinder head nuts of some of the affected vehicles may lose some of their tightening torque. If this happens, engine coolant could enter the combustion chamber causing the engine to overheat. If not corrected, the engine could be damaged, necessitating expensive repairs. Description of Repair While Volkswagen vehicles normally do not require the inspection or maintenance of cylinder head nuts, we want to make sure as a precaution that the cylinder head nuts of your engine are properly torqued. Therefore, your dealer will check the torque and, if necessary, tighten the nuts to specifications. This work will take approximately two hours and will, of course, be done free of charge to you. Your Action Please contact the Service Department of your authorized Volkswagen dealer for an appointment to have the necessary work performed. Precaution Prior to having your vehicle corrected, we suggest that you observe the temperature gauge while driving. In the event that the indicator reaches the "Red Mark", we ask that you stop your vehicle and contact your Volkswagen dealer. Volkswagen hopes you will take advantage of this program as it is part of our commitment to maintain the reliability of our products and the value of your investment. Sincerely, Folker G. Rieflin Product Compliance Manager