NHTSA Recall 17V583000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V583000; Date: Sep. 20, 2017
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg; 2005 Volkswagen Touareg; 2006 Volkswagen Touareg; 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 73,941
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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. Owners were sent interim notices informing them of the safety risk on November 17, 2017. A second notice will be sent when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20ai.
Recall 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.
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