Recall 12V146000: 2012 Volkswagen Passat
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 5, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 153
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2012 passat vehicles, manufactured from january 18, 2011, through june 1, 2011. During assembly, these vehicles were built with a diesel fuel filter element that may not seal correctly.
The risk
Over time, or after certain driving distances, these vehicles are susceptible to fuel leakage. Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may lead to a fire.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the diesel fuel filter elements, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 27, 2012. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Notes
Volkswagens safety recall number is 20r7/w3.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrations vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V146000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 20R7/W3
- Manufacturer
- VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
- Owner letters
- Apr 27, 2012
- Components
- Fuel system, diesel (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology