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Still need help (Re: Gas Tank Recall HELP!!!)
Ok...
I called the dealer, and VWoA. Neither will look up any recall=
stuff without my VIN. Neither of them find this recall for my=
car even though my VIN is within the VIN range given! ARGH!
So, what now? I can't afford to replace the tank on my own. I=
don't want to replace the tank on my own. Does anyone here work=
at a dealer, or know someone at a dealer really well that can=
help me out? I'm really pissed right now and would like drive my=
flaming scirocco into VWoA's headquarters.
Thanks if you can help.
Joshua
Original Message -----------------------
Here is the full recall notice..
-RGK-
December 1991
Subject: Recall Campaign RS
1987-1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet and
1987/1988 Scirocco Vehicles
Check and if required Replace Fuel Tank
Dear Volkswagen Dealer
This is to notify you of a recall campaign involving 1987 through=
1989 and
some early production 1990 model Volkswagen Cabriolet vehicles=
and
1987/1988 model Volkswagen Scirocco vehicles. The vehicles=
affected are
within the following vehicle identification number ranges:
Cabriolet WVWCA015_HK000001 - WVWCA015_LK000678
Scirocco WVWC_053_HK000001 - WVWC_053_JK009034
Defect Description
It is possible that in some instances the fuel tank could develop=
a
hairline crack adjacent to a small section of a seam weld at the=
left rear
of the tank.
Remedial Action
All fuel tanks of the affected vehicles are to be pressure tested=
with a
special test tool No US 2901 to determine the necessity of a fuel=
tank
replacement. Customer Notification
Volkswagen United States, Inc. will commence notification of all=
known
owners of affected vehicles directly by first class mail on or=
about
December 31, 1991. A copy of each owner notification letter is=
enclosed for
your information. Vehicle Allocation Information
Prior to notifying owners, we will furnish you with a computer=
printed list
of vehicles including names and addresses of owners, where=
available,
residing within your area of influence. This list may be used to=
schedule
your workload and necessary parts inventory. Vehicle Inventory=
(Used Cars)
All vehicles in your used car inventory which are affected by=
this recall
must be checked and, if necessary, corrected prior to resale.=
Part
Inventory Requirements
A replacement tank is not required for every vehicle; therefore,=
only a
limited supply of replacement tanks will be shipped to your=
dealership. It
is, therefore, important that upon the use of an initially=
supplied fuel
tank, you immediately order a replacement from your respective=
warehouse.
It is imperative that you have a fuel tank including associated=
parts
available for immediate installation, if needed, anytime you=
perform the
test procedure on a vehicle. Repair Instructions
Included in this notification are detailed test and repair=
instructions. We
request that your technicians closely adhere to these procedures=
including
all notes of caution.
Part Ordering Requirements (Tank Replacement)
Quantity Description Part Number
1 Fuel Tank Kit 155 201 072 (includes sending unit and fuel=
pump)
1 Heat Shield 133 201 281
1 Gravity Valve 133 201 753
1 Felt Kit 133 298 121
2 Clamp, Vacuum Hose N 024 528.1
2 Clamp, Fuel Hose N 024 122.2
2 Clamp, Filler Neck Hose N 024 507.4
1 Slix D 200 201
1 Magnaflux Kit D 700 000
1 Brake Fluid ZVW 239 102
1 Sealant D 003 500
1 Nut, Wheelhousing Cover 171 201 969
1 Clamp, Tank Vent Hose N 900 719 01
Part Requirements (Testing - no replacement necessary).
Quantity Description Part Number
1 Magnaflux Kit D 700 000
1 Gravity Valve 155 201 753
2 Clamp, Vacuum Hose N 024 528.1
1 Nut 171 201 969
Additional Parts
It is possible that during the replacement of the fuel tank,=
additional
minor parts may have to be replaced. Therefore, we recommend that=
you
maintain a small inventory of the following parts:
Quantity Description Part Number
1 Filler Neck Hose 533 201 219
2 Fuel Supply/Return Hose N 020 281.1
Work Procedure
All vehicles are to be checked and corrected, where necessary, in=
accordance with the details outlined in the video and the=
enclosed work
procedure and booklet. Special Test Tool
A test tool, No. US 2091 (ordering No. TU530910020VOA), has been=
specially
developed for this action. Prior to the initiation of this recall=
one test
tool will be shipped to you, free of charge. The test tool will=
remain the
property of Volkswagen of America, Inc. Should special=
circumstances
dictate, the tool will return into VWoA's possession.
It is important that your personnel handle this tool with care. A=
replacement tool is costly and will have to be charged to your=
dealership.
Time Allowance
The time required to perform the necessary work is stated on the=
Data Entry
Procedure. Fuel Tank Disposal
Removed fuel tanks must be disposed of in accordance with the=
enclosed
instructions, as well as in accordance with your local state and=
federal
EPA regulations. Campaign Authorization
In accordance with campaign procedures, Volkswagen United States,=
Inc. will
mail notification letters, including authorization forms, to all=
known
owners. The latest customer and address information has been=
obtained fro
state registrations for this recall action.
It is very important that if the customer does not present an=
authorization
form, you confirm the open recall status before you commence work=
by simply
accessing the V-Crest system or by contacting your Zone office
Reimbursement requests for duplicated recall work will not be=
accepted.
Dealer Obligation
It is important that you schedule recall appointments with your=
customers
on a priority basis. Please provide a copy of this communication=
to every
person in your dealership who has recall related responsibilities=
and
ensure that your technicians view the video information prior to=
performing
the recall work.
Thank you for your cooperation.
At 02:08 PM 12/26/02 -0500, you wrote:
>Well, my gas tank is cracked and leaking (slowly). The local=
dealer was
>very nice in getting my car in to be inspected and such, but the=
only
>recall they pulled up for it is the fuel pump one. I have no use=
for that
>as both pumps are relatively new.
>
>So, how do I get something done here? Service dept. says recall=
info came
>straight from VWoA and that the one I'm looking for might be=
outdated.
>How's that possible?! Alldata shows recall TSB # CMPGRS for the=
tank
>recall on my 87 16v. Those of you that had to have this done,=
what and
>how did you get it done?
>
>Thanks,
>Joshua
>
>
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