Recall 17V151000: 2007–2010 Volkswagen Touareg
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 8, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 20,908
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
- 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
- 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
- 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V151000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 20Z4
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Aug 3, 2017
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline (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