Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #12V146000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V146000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Includes 153 affected units, DIESEL FUEL FILTER ELEMENT, component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, and more from the Department of Transportation.

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.

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V146000
Report Received Date: 2012-04-05T00:00:00
Subject: Diesel fuel filter element
Component: Fuel System, Diesel
Potentially Affected Units: 153

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20R7/W3
Recall Type: Vehicle
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.
Consequence Summary: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-vdyc.9vp6_29mg
NHTSA ID: 12V146000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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