1971 VOLKSWAGEN TYPE III Recall

Campaign:: 71V005000 on 10/11/1979
Component:: Steering:column locking:anti-theft device
Affected:: 78,100
Notes:: Volkswagen service circular no t-189/70 vw.super beetle.po ssibility thatguide pin in steering column lock may have beendamaged in assembly.also,ignition switch may have manufact uring defect.these conditions could resultin difficulty inunlocking steering and starting engine.(correct byreplacinglocks and switches where necessary.) possibility that leftfronthood hinge may rub against wiring harness causing damageto wiring.(correctby re-routing wiring necessary).