1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Recalls

2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns were found for the 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon.

NHTSA Recall 84V084000

Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Recall date: 1984-07-10

Defect Summary

SPRING, WHICH HOLDS THE LATCH ON THE FRONT DOOR LOCKS, MAY BREAK AND DOOR MAY OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY.

Safety Risk

Remedy

SPRINGS WILL BE REPLACED ON ALL AFFECTED LOCKS WITHOUT CHARGE.

NHTSA Recall 81V076000

Component: EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:SLIDE-IN CAMPER

Recall date: 1981-06-23

Defect Summary

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, THE POP TOP COULD LOOSEN FROM ITS ANCHOR DUE TO WIND PRESSURE. IT COULD OPEN AND SEPARATE ENTIRELY FROM THE VEHICLE.

Safety Risk

Remedy

DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, MODIFY ANCHORAGES TO MAKE SURE POP TOP WILL BE SECURED UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS.

Important Recall Information

Recall applicability can depend on VIN and production details. Confirm your specific vehicle with the manufacturer or the official NHTSA VIN recall lookup.