Recall 91V-201
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recalled the 1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, tank assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 91V-201
- Reported
- November 18, 1991
- Vehicles affected
- 51,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
A crack can develop in the fuel tank adjacent to a seam weld in the rear of the tank.
The risk
Fuel can leak from the cracked fuel tank which couldcatch fire in the presence of a source of ignition.
The fix
Check vehicle with a specially designed tool for the presence of a fuel tank crack, and replace fuel tank if defect is found.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: fuel tank.vehicle description: passenger cars.
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Cabriolet 1990