Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V146000 Reported April 5, 2012

Diesel fuel filter element

Q: What is recall 12V146000?

NHTSA recall 12V146000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on April 5, 2012. It addresses: Diesel fuel filter element. The recall affects approximately 153 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · N/A · 153 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

12V146000

Manufacturer Campaign

20R7/W3

Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

153

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 5, 2012

Defect Summary

Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2012 passat vehicles, manufactured from january 18, 2011, through june 1, 2011. during assembly, these vehicles were built with a diesel fuel filter element that may not seal correctly.

Safety Consequence

Over time, or after certain driving distances, these vehicles are susceptible to fuel leakage. leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may lead to a fire.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the diesel fuel filter elements, free of charge. the safety recall began on april 27, 2012. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 12V146000 or campaign 20R7/W3.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 12V146000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 12V146000?

NHTSA recall 12V146000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on April 5, 2012. It addresses: Diesel fuel filter element. The recall affects approximately 153 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V146000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20R7/W3. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.