CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Audi TT Roadster Quattro and TT Coupe Quattro vehicles. In the event of a crash, the fuel tank may become damaged by the fuel tank heat shield bracket .
- Risk
- A damaged fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cap on the fuel tank heat shield bracket, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BX.
- 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
In certain 2016-2019 Audi TT models, the fuel tank heat shield bracket can damage the fuel tank during a crash. The damage can cause the tank to leak fuel.
A leaking fuel tank increases the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle checked as soon as possible.
The repair is free. Dealers will install a protective cap on the fuel tank heat shield bracket at no charge, and Volkswagen will notify owners. You can call Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, and you should check your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi TT | 2016201720182019 |
|---|