NHTSA recall 17V151000
Fuel system, gasoline
Volkswagen Touareg
Reported Mar 8, 201720,908 vehicles affectedVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.Maker’s number 20Z4Built Sep 14, 2006 – Mar 23, 2010
The defect
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.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
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.