Scirocco (cabriolet) gas tank recall...

[fahrvegnugen at cox.net (David Utley)]

> 
> From: Raffi <flaatr@yahoo.com>
> Date: 2004/07/07 Wed PM 04:45:40 EDT
> To: fahrvegnugen@cox.net, scirocco-l@scirocco.org
> Subject: Re: Scirocco (cabriolet) gas tank recall...
> 
Well, there you go...  :-)


David

> Full notice
> 
> 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 12:54 PM 7/7/2004, David Utley wrote:
> 
> 
> >Okay,
> >   For those of you who are interested, here is a list of the items that 
> > are needed for an 'RS' recall (almost all recalls have a two letter code)...
> >
> >D-003-500     Underseal
> >D-200-201     Cleaner
> >D-700-000     Repair Kit
> >155-201-281   Shield
> >155-201-753   Valve
> >171-201-969   Nut
> >N-024-507-7   Clip (2)
> >155-201-075-C Tank
> >155-298-121   Packing
> >N-024-122-2   Clip (2)
> >N-024-258-1   Clip (2)
> >N-905-618-01  Clip
> >
> >Now, we just got a Cabriolet in for this, and I have never seen one of 
> >these recalls until now.  Unfortunately, I do not know each of these 
> >parts, as most had already gone by the time I saw the list...
> >
> >I thought some of you might be interested in this...
> >
> >Cheers,
> >   David
> >
> >
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> >
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