NHTSA Recall 17V151000
Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.. Component: Fuel System, Gasoline. Reported 2017-03-08. An estimated 20,908 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: 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.