Defect Description For Recall
On Some Passenger Vehicles, The Fuel Tank Filler Neck Can Suffer Abrasion Damage If The Rear Tire Goes Flat And The Vehicle Is Driven Until The Tire Disintegrates.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLKSWAGEN
Model Of Vehicle
CABRIO
Year
1998
Recall Campaign Number
02V026000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap
Effect Of Defect
Fuel Leakage Can Occur Increasing The Risk Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Fit Passat Vehicles With A New Wheel House Liner That Will Better Protect The Car’S Filler Neck. Jetta Vehicles Will Be Fitted With A Different Metal Shield Designed To Enhance Abrasion ProteCTIon In The Event Of Tire Disintegration. Owner Notification Began June 13, 2003. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Volkswagen At 1-800-822-8987.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volkswagen Of America,Inc
Start Of Manufacture
19970930
End Of Manufacture
19980531
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
487284
Date Owners Notified
20030613
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20020125
Make Campaign Number
WK