Recalls for EUROVAN VOLKSWAGEN, VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY, Feb 11, 1997

A recall was issued on Feb 11, 1997 for EUROVAN VOLKSWAGEN, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC, in response to FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY problems. DURING THE INSTALLATION OF THE CAMPER EQUIPMENT, AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED POWER TOOL DRILL BIT PUNCTURED THE FUEL TANK VAPOR CONTAINER.FUEL VAPORS CAN ESCAPE WHICH COULD CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE.. Follwoing is the summary of corrective actions taken: VOLKSWAGEN DEALERS, ON BEHALF OF WINNEBAGO, WILL CHECK THE FUEL VAPOR CONTAINER FOR THE DEFECT AND IF A DEFECT IS PRESENT, THE FUEL VAPOR CONTAINER, WILL BE REPLACED.
OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 9, 1997.NOTE:OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.