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Recall 05V-154

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recalled the 1999 to 2000 Volkswagen GTI and 1 other model: Fuel system, gasoline (delivery, fuel pump).

At a glance

Campaign number
05V-154
Reported
April 19, 2005
Vehicles affected
30,708 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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 fix

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-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Volkswagen recall no. Uu.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles