Foundation components: master cylinderRecall 84V-137 · 1985 Volkswagen Golf
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recall 84V-137 covers 575 1985 Volkswagen Golf for a foundation components: master cylinder problem, reported to NHTSA on October 30, 1984.
Source: NHTSA recall 84V137000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
A DEFECT HAS BEEN FOUND IN THE ASSEMBLY OF SOME MASTER BRAKE CYLINDERS. DURING ASSEMBLY, INTERNAL PARTS OF THE MASTER CYLINDER (PISTON CUPS) MAY HAVE BEEN INTERCHANGED.
The fix
THE MASTER CYLINDER WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SERVICE BRAKES; BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: DEPENDING ON HOW THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS ASSEMBLED,BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS CAN BE REDUCED IN ONE BRAKE CIRCUIT. REDUCED BRAKINGABILITY MAY CAUSE A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from August 1, 1984 to October 1, 1984. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.