REPORT: VW recalls all 5,000 2008 R32 hot hatches, some CC sedans
Volkswagen has two unrelated recalls underway, both for issues that pose safety risks. All 5,000 2008 R32s are being called home to replace a valve in the evaporative system. Left unchanged, the fuel tank vent valve may creep open when ambient temperatures are high, and driving conditions are just right. The misbehaving valve could lead to fuel winding up in the evaporative emissions system, possibly even getting into the charcoal canister, which could lead to driveability issues. The fix is a new valve, available at the VW dealer, free of charge.
The other recall involves nearly 6,000 CC models. A misrouted wiring harness related to the right front seat's seatbelt buckle could lead to wire damage. If the harness suffers damage, it will disable the passenger's airbag, while also lighting a warning lamp in the dash cluster. With a disabled airbag, crashes are potentially more injurious, so buyers are encouraged to head to the dealer, where they'll look for the problem and replace whatever parts are needed. Thanks for the tip, Oliver.
[Source: usrecallnews]
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Level 5 9:34AM (4/02/2009)
Too bad they weren't recalling those R32's to let owners opt into a six speed manual ;)
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Curt 9:50AM (4/02/2009)
Just get OVER it already....:~) FYI....I see my local dealer has a red R32 still on his lot - new.
Heimbachae 12:34PM (4/02/2009)
i think the recall should be to remove that goofy looking reflector lining in the car. BOY is that ugly
the_MVP_X 9:37AM (4/02/2009)
To bad they weren't recalling those boring looking cars to destroy them.
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Ligor 9:44AM (4/02/2009)
+1
I guess the CC with a stirpped wire could also catch fire if a na[kin or sth falls there. and we know many americans eat in their cars so chances are you might see one of these smoking in the parking lot
Parkerman 9:58AM (4/02/2009)
The R32 isn't really a boring car.. . Its pretty damn fun.
fixitfixitstop 12:07PM (4/02/2009)
the_MVP_X,
You're a hater.
the_MVP_X 12:24PM (4/02/2009)
blah blah and ur and idiot, if I don't like this cars, what's your problem? twip
Avinash machado 9:38AM (4/02/2009)
There was a time when the phrase "German Engineering" meant something.
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Aaron 9:46AM (4/02/2009)
Oh yes, because VW has been known for their great electronics...
Bloke 9:54AM (4/02/2009)
These things happen to all car manufacturers - those more astute will issue a recall notice.
It's a recall of 11,000 cars in total. Big deal. It doesn't even register on the radar when it comes to being any measure of VW's or Germany's engineering prowess.
Zamafir 9:59AM (4/02/2009)
Still does, one issue as a result of CA emissions crap is hardly up there with the 335's overheating issue or the other recalls we read about on here. Though, true to form I must say (coil packs, brake light switch, it's always something like this).
People experiencing the hiccup that lead to this recall will be happy, if not a little annoyed it took exaclty one year for vw to solve it.
Bobmarley 9:56AM (4/02/2009)
"German Engineering"...Great when it works
LoneWolf 9:52AM (4/02/2009)
Did VW swith to Lucas electronics? ;)
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LoneWolf 9:52AM (4/02/2009)
..sWitch....we need an edit button
katshot 10:00AM (4/02/2009)
Don't be so quick to judge here. I can tell you from first-hand experience that GM has had EXACTLY the same issues but opted to NOT recall the cars. I'm more likely to respect an automaker who isn't afraid of some bad press, and does the right thing for the customer.
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Kumar 10:01AM (4/02/2009)
Ahhh...reminds me of an 8 year old Plymouth minivan I had that had. There was a rubber cap on part of the filling ling to the gas tank that was rotting and, after driving for a few miles, pressure would build up and drip gas on the pavement.
Took me a few days to figure out, and $2 to fix (end cap and hose clamp ;)
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Quattroporte 10:02AM (4/02/2009)
"With a disabled airbag, crashes are potentially more injurious..."
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Rick 4:56PM (4/02/2009)
injurious
A adjective
1 evil, harmful, injurious
tending to cause great harm
2 deleterious, hurtful, injurious
harmful to living things; "deleterious chemical additives"
nagmashot 10:28AM (4/02/2009)
If Volkswagen recalls 5000 cars they open a topic and the butch of looser jumps in start flaming...
There was no topic about the 1.35million car recall from Toyota from early 2009 (Yaris, Belta, Ractis ... one reason pyrotechnic seat belt tensioner set car on fire !!!!)...
sometimes this side is good to laugh ...
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