NHTSA Recall 85V099000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on July 30, 1985, covering an estimated 105,000 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Audi 4000.

105,000

vehicles potentially affected

models affected

NHTSA campaign	85V099000
Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report received	July 30, 1985
Initiated by	Manufacturer

Defect

Under adverse weather conditions, outer rubber layer of brake hoses may become brittle and develop cracks. Consequence of defect: cracks could lead to loss of brake fluid resulting in an increase in stopping distance and possibly an accident.

Safety risk

Not provided.

Remedy

Replace brake hoses as necessary.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger cars. System: disc brake hose.

Vehicles covered by recall 85V099000

Make and model	Model years
Audi 4000	1984
Audi 5000	1983, 1984
Volkswagen Convertible	1983, 1984
Volkswagen Jetta	1983, 1984
Volkswagen Quantum	1983, 1984

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.