NHTSA recall 05V154000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Volkswagen Golf and 1 more
Reported Apr 19, 200530,708 vehicles affectedVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INCMaker’s number UUBuilt Dec 1, 1998 – May 31, 2000
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with gasoline engines and double-layer fuel tanks, tension on the fuel supply line may cause the fuel pump supply nipple to crack which could result in a leak.
The risk
Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may cause a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel supply line for tension, and inspect the fuel pump supply nipple for cracking. if necessary the fuel line and the fuel pump will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on july 25, 2005. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.