NHTSA Recall 02V026000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V026000; Date: Jan. 25, 2002
Fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 Volkswagen Cabrio; 1997 Volkswagen Jetta; 1998 Volkswagen Jetta; 1999 Volkswagen Jetta; 1998 Volkswagen Passat; 1999 Volkswagen Passat; 2000 Volkswagen Passat; 2001 Volkswagen Passat; 2002 Volkswagen Passat; 2003 Volkswagen Passat
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Affected Units:: 487,284
Recall Summary:
On some passenger vehicles, the fuel tank filler neck can suffer abrasion damage if the rear tire goes flat and the vehicle is driven until the tire disintegrates.
How to Fix:
Dealers will fit passat vehicles with a new wheel house liner that will better protect the car's filler neck. Jetta vehicles will be fitted with a different metal shield designed to enhance abrasion protection in the event of tire disintegration. Owner notification began June 13, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 13, 2003
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