Recall 97V-016
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recalled the 1997 Volkswagen Eurovan: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, tank assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-016
- Reported
- February 11, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 201 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
During the installation of the camper equipment, an improperly adjusted power tool drill bit punctured the fuel tank vapor container.
The risk
Fuel vapors can escape which could cause a vehicle fire.
The fix
Volkswagen dealers, on behalf of winnebago, will check the fuel vapor container for the defect and if a defect is present, the fuel vapor container, will be replaced.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification: owner notification began april 9, 1997.note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volkswagen at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Eurovan 1997