Safety defect investigations, technical specifications, and manufacturer repair notices for Canadian owners.
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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1980 Volkswagen Vanagon in Canada.
THE AUXILIARY INTERIOR HEATER IS EQUIPPED WITH AN OPEN EXHAUST PIPE MOUNTED DOWNWARD TO THE GROUND. IN THE EVENT THAT THE VEHICLE IS PARKED IN AN AREA WITH DRY GROUND COVERING BENEATH IT, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE DOWNFLOW EXHAUST COULD IGNITE THE GROUND COVERING.
A failure of this component (not entered) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
THE BOLTS WHICH ATTACH EACH LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE FRONT BALL JOINTS TO THE UPPER WISHBONE MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY TORQUED. THIS CONDITION COULD ALLOW THE BOLTS TO LOOSEN AND RESULT IN BALL JOINT SEPARATION FROM THE WISHBONE.
A failure of this component (not entered) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
Official Transport Canada safety campaigns, Canadian motor vehicle safety compliance standards and live VIN specifications.
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