NHTSA Recall 00V039000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11,400 vehicles. It affects 1993 Volkswagen Eurovan.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V039000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | February 15, 2000 |
| Owner notification | May 19, 2000 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Vehicle description: MINI vans. The connecting ends of the fuel feed and return hoses in the engine compartment can "settle" over time which could cause the fastening clamps to lose their tight fit and permit fuel to seep out at the hose connection.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel feed and return hoses.
Notes
Owner notification began may 19, 2000. 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 vwoa at 1-800-822-8987.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V039000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Eurovan | 1993 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.