Defect Description For Recall
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) Is Recalling Certain 2004-2007 Touareg Vehicles. These Gasoline-Powered Vehicles Have A Fuel Filter Flange That May Crack, Allowing Fuel To Leak.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLKSWAGEN
Model Of Vehicle
TOUAREG
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
17V583000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Effect Of Defect
A Fuel Leak In The Presence Of An Ignition Source Increases The Risk Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
Volkswagen Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Fuel Filter Flange For Cracks, Replacing The Flange If Cracks Are Found. If No Cracks Are Found, A ProteCTIve Cover Will Be Installed Onto The Filter Flange. These Repairs Will Be Performed Free Of Charge. The Recall Began March 9, 2018. Owners May Contact Volkswagen Customer Service At 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’S Number For This Recall Is 20Ai.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20030218
End Of Manufacture
20061130
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
73941
Date Owners Notified
20180309
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20170920
Make Campaign Number
20Ai