VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG 2010: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V151000

Make Model Year
VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG 2010
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-08-03 2017-03-08 2017-03-09

Production Dates: 2006-09-14 - 2010-03-23

Manufacturers Involved: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 20Z4

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 20908

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America Inc. "Volkswagen" is recalling certain 2007-2010 Touareg vehicles. The fuel filter flange may crack and allow fuel to leak out.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel filter flange if cracks are found. A protective cover will be applied to the fuel filter to prevent oxidization cracks from forming. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 20Z4.

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.