NHTSA Recall 12V146000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V146000; Date: Apr. 5, 2012
Over time, or after certain driving distances, these vehicles are susceptible to fuel leakage. Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may lead to a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Volkswagen Passat
Component: Diesel Fuel System
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America, Inc
Affected Units:: 153
Recall Summary:
Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2012 passat vehicles, manufactured from January 18, 2011, through June 1, 2011. During assembly, these vehicles were built with a diesel fuel filter element that may not seal correctly.
How to Fix:
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the diesel fuel filter elements, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 27, 2012. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Recall Notes:
Volkswagen�s safety recall number is 20r7/w3. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration�s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 27, 2012
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