Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 89V-221 · 1987–1989 Volkswagen Jetta
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recall 89V-221 covers 8,000 1987–1989 Volkswagen Jetta for a foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on December 8, 1989.
Source: NHTSA recall 89V221000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
The risk
PROLONGED CHAFING COULD EVENTUALLY CAUSE A LEAKING BRAKELINE RESULTING IN DIMINISHED BRAKING IN ONE BRAKE CIRCUIT WHICH WOULD INCREASETHE STOPPING DISTANCES AND RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
The fix
CURVE OR REPLACE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE LINE.
SYSTEM: RIGHT FRONT BRAKE LINE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.DESCRIPTION OF DEFECTS: AN INCORRECTLY CONTOURED METAL BRAKE LINE LEADING TO THERIGHT FRONT WHEEL COULD BE DAMAGED BY A PREHEATING TUBE CHAFING AGAINST IT.
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, 1986 to September 1, 1988. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.