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NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V151
Manufacturer Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Potential Number of Units Affected 20,908
Cracks in Fuel Filter Flange may cause Fuel Leak
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Summary
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.
Remedy:
The fuel filter flange may crack and allow fuel to leak out.
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 is expected to begin in May 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.
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