VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 2016: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V648000

Make Model Year
VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-03-31 2020-10-21 2020-10-22

Production Dates: 2015-10-31 - 2016-01-21

Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 24Gi

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 218192

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2016-2018 Jetta vehicles. The fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail bolts and, as necessary, the fuel rail. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24Gi.

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.