CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Jetta vehicles. The fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail bolts and, as necessary, the fuel rail. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24Gi.
- 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 rail bolts on certain vehicles may loosen over time. When they do, fuel can leak from the fuel rail, which is part of the fuel injection system.
A fuel leak raises the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and not delay getting the repair.
Volkswagen will notify affected owners directly. Dealers will replace the fuel rail bolts and, if needed, the fuel rail, at no cost to you. You can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, referencing recall 24Gi. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your car is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volkswagen Jetta | 201620172018 |
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