Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V151000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V151000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2007-2010 touareg vehicles Includes 20,908 affected units, Fuel Pump Flange May Crack Causing Fuel Leak, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2007-2010 touareg vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2010 touareg vehicles. the fuel filter flange may crack and allow fuel to leak out.

Corrective Action

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel filter flange if cracks are found. a protective cover will be applied to the fuel filter to prevent oxidization cracks from forming. these repairs will be made free of charge. the recall began august 3, 2017. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for the recall is 20z4.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V151000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2017-03-08T00:00:00
Subject: Fuel pump flange may crack causing fuel leak
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline
Potentially Affected Units: 20,908

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20Z4
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2010 touareg vehicles. the fuel filter flange may crack and allow fuel to leak out.
Consequence Summary: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel filter flange if cracks are found. a protective cover will be applied to the fuel filter to prevent oxidization cracks from forming. these repairs will be made free of charge. the recall began august 3, 2017. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for the recall is 20z4.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 42.64

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NHTSA ID: 17V151000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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