NHTSA Recall 81V113000: Body (structure)
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 448,167 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volkswagen Rabbit.
| NHTSA campaign | 81V113000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY |
| Report received | September 24, 1981 |
| Owner notification | October 22, 1981 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Corrosive damage and increased electrical resistance may cause the fuel pump relay to stop functioning. The fuel pump relay is one of several relays on a relay board located near the firewall. Corrosion caused by rain entering an improperly sealed antenna hole has been the subject of previous campaigns, but additional measures are required to ensure that the problem is corrected.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Vehicles will be inspected to determine whether the modification has been performed. If not, a bypass will be installed to locate the fuel pump relay away from the relay board. Any corroded relay boards or connectors will also be replaced.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles with electric fuel pumps.system: electrical; relay panel; fuel pump bypass modification.consequences of defect: corrosion, electrical failure at the fuel pump relay,and resulting failure of the fuel pump would cause engine stalling. A stalledvehicle could present a traffic hazard and an accident could result.
Vehicles covered by recall 81V113000
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.