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Vehicle recall 77V245000 · December 30, 1977

Volkswagen Dasher, Volkswagen Rabbit and 2 more models

The accelerator cable assembly in the involved vehicles could fail prematurely under certain operating conditions.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
The accelerator cable assembly in the involved vehicles could fail prematurely under certain operating conditions. This would either prevent the accelerator pedal from returning to the idle position or cause a loss of adequate engine power.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a new accelerator cable, without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: throttle linkage; accelerator cable.consequences of defect: either condition would adversely affect vehiclehandling and could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: if any irregular accelerator pedal operation is experienced, the dealershould be contacted immediately.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
77V245000
Reported to NHTSA
December 30, 1977
Filed by
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
Owner notification
March 27, 1978
Vehicles potentially affected
219,000
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Vehicle speed control › Cables
Recall 77V245000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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