WheelsRecall 87V-162 · 1987 Volkswagen FOX
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recall 87V-162 covers 138 1987 Volkswagen FOX for a wheels problem, reported to NHTSA on October 20, 1987.
Source: NHTSA recall 87V162000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
UNDER HEAVY LOAD CONDITIONS, THE REAR TIRE SIDEWALLS MAY CHAFE AGAINST THE WHEEL HOUSING.
The risk
PROLONGED CHAFING CAN CAUSE PREMATURE TIRE WEAR ANDCOULD RESULT IN SUDDEN LOSS OF AIR.
The fix
INSTALL A DIFFERENT TYPE SPORT WHEELS OR INSTALL STANDARD WHEELS.
SYSTEM: WHEELSVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH ALLOY SPORT WHEELS.
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 January 1, 1987 to July 1, 1987. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.