VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS 2019: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V614000

Make Model Year
VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-08-30 2019-08-21 2019-08-22

Production Dates: 2019-07-23 - 2019-07-25

Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 20BU

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 6

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 301

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2019 Atlas vehicles. The suction jet in the fuel tank may have been welded in the incorrect position allowing fuel to leak. Additionally, the vehicle may stall due to uneven fuel distribution.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BU.

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.