Volkswagen Group of America – Fuel Pump Flange May Crack Causing Fuel Leak

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


Report Received Date 03/08/2017
NHTSA ID 17V151000
Consequence Summary A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action 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.
Recall Code 20Z4
Potentially Affected 20908
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V151000)