NHTSA Recall 80V035000: Body (structure)
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 140,000 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volkswagen Rabbit.
| NHTSA campaign | 80V035000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY |
| Report received | March 26, 1980 |
| Owner notification | June 9, 1980 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On some vehicles, the fender opening through which the antenna cable is routed may not be properly sealed. As a result, splashed water from the tires could enter passenger compartment through the opening, enter the fuse relay board and cause corrosion of the terminals. Also, because water is a good conductor of electricity, the starter can be activated accidentally; the high flow of electricity may exhaust the battery within a short period of time. Thus restarting the engine would become impossible and parking lights and emergency flashers would become inoperative.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, seal the radio antenna holes and replace corroded components without charge to owner..
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.system: structure; antenna cable opening.consequences of defect: vehicle would become disabled and a vehicle accidentcould occur if traffic is present.
Vehicles covered by recall 80V035000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Rabbit | 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979 |
| Volkswagen Scirocco | 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979 |
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.