Recall 02V-026
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC recalled the 1998 Volkswagen Cabrio and 2 other models: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, tank assembly, filler pipe and cap).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 02V-026
- Reported
- January 25, 2002
- Vehicles affected
- 487,284 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On some passenger vehicles, the fuel tank filler neck can suffer abrasion damage if the rear tire goes flat and the vehicle is driven until the tire disintegrates.
The risk
Fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will fit passat vehicles with a new wheel house liner that will better protect the car's filler neck. Jetta vehicles will be fitted with a different metal shield designed to enhance abrasion protection in the event of tire disintegration. Owner notification began june 13, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volkswagen at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Cabrio 1998
- Volkswagen Jetta 1997 to 1999
- Volkswagen Passat 1998 to 2003