Recall 83V117000: Audi 4000, Audi Fox, Isuzu Pickup Truck and 5 more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Summary
The problem. The fuel pump may stop functioning without warning. This can occur because an electrical connector in the fuse panel may overheat and interrupt the electrical circuit.
The fix. Dealer will inspect the fuse box and its connectors for corrosion, and correct where necessary. A bypass adapter to the fuel pump electrical circuit will be installed.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with fuel injection.system: fuel system; electric fuel pump.consequences of defect: if the fuel pump stops functioning, the engine willstall or fail to start. A stalled vehicle could cause an accident on thehighway.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 83V117000
- Manufacturer
- VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
- Report received
- November 9, 1983
- Owners notified
- January 18, 1984
- Built
- Sep 1, 1975 – Aug 1, 1982
- Units affected
- 930,000
- Initiated by
- an NHTSA defect investigation
Affected vehicles
- Audi 4000: 1980, 1981
- Audi Fox: 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979
- Isuzu Pickup Truck: 1980
- Volkswagen Convertible: 1980, 1981, 1982
- Volkswagen Dasher: 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980
- Volkswagen Jetta: 1980, 1981, 1982
- Volkswagen Rabbit: 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980
- Volkswagen Scirocco: 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982
Is your car affected? Only a VIN check tells you whether a specific vehicle is included and still unrepaired – use NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call the manufacturer. Recall repairs are free.