Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #21V651000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V651000 by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.. Affecting 2022 taos vehicles Includes 16,737 affected units, Fuel Line Connector may Cause Fuel Leak, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2022 taos vehicles

Defect Summary

Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 taos vehicles. the underhood fuel supply quick-connector may detach from the fuel supply line causing a fuel leak in the engine compartment.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the connection and replace the fuel supply line and connector as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed august 31, 2021. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 20db.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V651000

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2021-08-20T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel line connector may cause fuel leak

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 16,737

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20DB

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 taos vehicles. the underhood fuel supply quick-connector may detach from the fuel supply line causing a fuel leak in the engine compartment.

Consequence Summary: A fuel leak may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. a fuel leak also increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the connection and replace the fuel supply line and connector as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed august 31, 2021. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. volkswagen's number for this recall is 20db.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 97.62

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NHTSA ID: 21V651000

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