2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg — Fuel system, gasoline
Published March 9, 2017 · Recall initiated: March 8, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V151000, published March 9, 2017 and initiated March 8, 2017. Recalling firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.; 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg — Fuel system, gasoline.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Model
- TOUAREG
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2008 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG | 2007 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG | 2009 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG | 2010 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg — Fuel system, gasoline recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V151000 on March 9, 2017. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLKSWAGEN. Model: TOUAREG.