NHTSA Recall 83V116000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 661,585 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volkswagen Rabbit.
| NHTSA campaign | 83V116000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | November 9, 1983 |
| Owner notification | January 18, 1984 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Brake lines installed underneath the carpeting in the passenger compartment may rust due to the entry of water and road salt. If rusting remains unchecked, it produces leaks in the lines and brake fluid may be lost.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the interior brake lines at no cost to owner. Owners are also advised that all brake lines should be inspected at two-year intervals.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: service brakes; brake lines.consequences of defect: failure of one braking circuit of the dual systemincreases the vehicle stopping distance and may result in a vehicle accident.failure of both may cause total loss of brakes.note: owners are cautioned to have vehicles with failed brakes towed to thedealer. Indication of failure is evidenced by soft resistance of the pedal ortravel of the pedal almost to the floor.
Vehicles covered by recall 83V116000
| 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.