VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R 2018: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V864000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| VOLKSWAGEN | GOLF R | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-01-11 | 2018-12-05 | 2018-12-11 |
Production Dates: 2018-03-13 - 2018-08-08
Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 20Bi
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 516
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R vehicles. The fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay, resulting in a fuel leak.
A fuel leak in the engine compartment can increase the risk of a fire.
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the fuel line connection, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Bi.
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.
