VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG 2005: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V583000

Make Model Year
VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG 2005
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-03-09 2017-09-20 2017-09-22

Production Dates: 2003-02-18 - 2006-11-30

Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 20Ai

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 73941

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

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

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

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.