NHTSA recall 17V583000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Volkswagen Touareg
Reported Sep 20, 201773,941 vehicles affectedVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.Maker’s number 20AiBuilt Feb 18, 2003 – Nov 30, 2006
The defect
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.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The remedy
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.