Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17V583000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V583000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2004-2007 touareg vehicles Includes 73,941 affected units, Fuel Filter Flange May Crack Causing Fuel Leak, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2004-2007 touareg vehicles

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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. the recall began march 9, 2018. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 20ai.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V583000
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2017-09-20T00:00:00
Subject: Fuel filter flange may crack causing fuel leak
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline
Potentially Affected Units: 73,941

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20Ai
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect 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.
Consequence Summary: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: 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. the recall began march 9, 2018. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 20ai.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 22.68

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NHTSA ID: 17V583000
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Created At: 1742808662
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