NHTSA Recall 83V117000: Fuel injection system (fuel system)
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 930,000 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Audi 4000.
| NHTSA campaign | 83V117000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
| Report received | November 9, 1983 |
| Owner notification | January 18, 1984 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The fuel pump may stop functioning without warning. This can occur because an electrical connector in the fuse panel may overheat and interrupt the electrical circuit.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect the fuse box and its connectors for corrosion, and correct where necessary. A bypass adapter to the fuel pump electrical circuit will be installed.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with fuel injection.system: fuel system; electric fuel pump.consequences of defect: if the fuel pump stops functioning, the engine willstall or fail to start. A stalled vehicle could cause an accident on thehighway.
Vehicles covered by recall 83V117000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Audi 4000 | 1980, 1981 |
| Audi Fox | 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979 |
| Isuzu Pickup Truck | 1980 |
| Volkswagen Convertible | 1980, 1981, 1982 |
| Volkswagen Dasher | 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980 |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 1980, 1981, 1982 |
| Volkswagen Rabbit | 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980 |
| Volkswagen Scirocco | 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 |
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.