NHTSA recall 90V007000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
Volkswagen Jetta
Reported Jan 22, 1990225 vehicles affectedVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INCBuilt Aug 1, 1989 – Nov 1, 1989
The defect
Power steering pump bracket IS subject to breakage due to excessive tension caused by a lack of clearance between the pump mounting bracket and sealing flange edge of the oil pan.
The risk
Bracket breakage could allow power steering pump to loosen and drive belt to slip, resulting in the need for unexpected increased steering force with the potential for an accident.
The remedy
Replace power steering pump bracket.