CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system.
- Risk
- As fuel accumulates in the EVAP system, it may leak out through the charcoal canister filter element. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 20Y6 and 20Y5. This recall has been fully superseded by recall 24V-110.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank can allow fuel to flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system. Fuel can then accumulate and leak out through the charcoal canister filter element.
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Owners should be aware of this hazard.
The suction pump will be replaced free of charge at an authorized dealer. This recall has been fully superseded by recall 24V-110. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm your vehicle's status.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi A3 Cabriolet | 20152016 |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf | 20152016 |
| Volkswagen GTI | 20152016 |