Volkswagen Group of America – Improperly Secured Fuel Line may cause Fuel Leak

Volkswagen Group of America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R vehicles. The fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay, resulting in a fuel leak.

Report Received Date 12/05/2018
NHTSA ID 18V864000
Consequence Summary A fuel leak in the engine compartment can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the fuel line connection, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Bi.
Recall Code 20Bi
Potentially Affected 516
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V864000)