NHTSA recall 18V864000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Volkswagen Golf R
Reported Dec 5, 2018516 vehicles affectedVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.Maker’s number 20BiBuilt Mar 13, 2018 – Aug 8, 2018
The defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R vehicles. The fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay, resulting in a fuel leak.
The risk
A fuel leak in the engine compartment can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the fuel line connection, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Bi.