Steering: hydraulic power assist systemRecall 90V-007 · 1990 Volkswagen Jetta
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recall 90V-007 covers 225 1990 Volkswagen Jetta for a steering: hydraulic power assist system problem, reported to NHTSA on January 22, 1990.
Source: NHTSA recall 90V007000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
POWER STEERING PUMP BRACKET IS SUBJECT TO BREAKAGE DUE TO EXCESSIVE TENSION CAUSED BY A LACK OF CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE PUMP MOUNTING BRACKET AND SEALING FLANGE EDGE OF THE OIL PAN.
The risk
BRACKET BREAKAGE COULD ALLOW POWER STEERING PUMP TO LOOSEN AND DRIVE BELT TO SLIP, RESULTING IN THE NEED FOR UNEXPECTED INCREASED STEERING FORCE WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT.
The fix
REPLACE POWER STEERING PUMP BRACKET.
SYSTEM: STEERING POWER ASSIST.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
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, 1989 to November 1, 1989. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.