Vw Caddy: Tension Cracks May Occur On The Vacuum Pipe To The Servo

Recalling firm
VW
Product
Vehicles: VW CADDY, VW POLO. Units affected: 13,548
Reason
Tension cracks may occur on the vacuum pipe to the brake servo in the area of the connections due to a manufacturing fault. Should a vacuum pipe leak the brake servo will loose it's function. This will result in an increase of force which must be applied to the brake pedal. But will not result in a total failure of the braking system. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the vacuum pipes checked and if necessary replaced.
Classification
Class II
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2005-02-11
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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