Recall 95V-105
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recalled the 1990 to 1993 Volkswagen Fox: Engine and engine cooling (cooling system).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 95V-105
- Reported
- May 23, 1995
- Vehicles affected
- 164,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
In the event of a cooling system component failure while the vehicle is driven, the coolant can overheat causing the cooling system pressure to rise to a level where a leak in the heat exchanger can occur.
The risk
A leak or failure of the heat exchanger located under the dashboard can allow hot coolant to escape and cause injury to the feet of a passenger. Hot coolant can also steam up the interior of the vehicle temporarily impairing the driver's visibility, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will install a bypass valve kit which is designed to route excessively hot coolant to the engine without flowing through the heat exchanger. Dealers will also install a plastic cover underneath the dashboard on the passenger side to ensure that the passenger is not exposed to hot coolant in the event of a leak.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: engine cooling system.vehicle description:passenger cars.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time,please contact volkswagen at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Fox 1990 to 1993