Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08V157000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V157000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 68,240 affected units, FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Volkswagen is recalling 68,240 my 2001-2004 audi a6 quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7l, 2.8l, or 3.0l engines and my 2001-2005 allroad quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7l or 4.2l engines. the aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple may lead to cracking of the nipple. if this happens, a fuel leak may result.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. the recall began on june 27, 2008. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V157000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2008-04-08T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel tank rollover valve

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 68,240

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20L8/JY

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volkswagen is recalling 68,240 my 2001-2004 audi a6 quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7l, 2.8l, or 3.0l engines and my 2001-2005 allroad quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7l or 4.2l engines. the aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple may lead to cracking of the nipple. if this happens, a fuel leak may result.

Consequence Summary: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. the recall began on june 27, 2008. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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