CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Touareg vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel filter flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filter flange for cracks, replacing the flange if cracks are found. If no cracks are found, a protective cover will be installed onto the filter flange. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Ai.
- 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
The fuel filter flange on certain gasoline-powered vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
An authorized dealer will inspect the fuel filter flange for cracks. If cracks are found, the flange will be replaced. If no cracks are found, a protective cover will be installed onto the filter flange. These repairs are performed free of charge. Volkswagen will notify owners.
If you own an affected vehicle, contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 (recall number 20Ai) or check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volkswagen Touareg | 2004200520062007 |
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