Recall 08V-035
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recalled the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg: Fuel system, gasoline (delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 08V-035
- Reported
- January 28, 2008
- Vehicles affected
- 96 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, a fuel supply line was changed during production which could lead to insufficient sealing of the fuel supply line connector.
The risk
This condition could lead to a fuel leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel supply line, if necessary. The recall is expected to begin during february 2008. Owners may contact vwoa at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Vwoa recall no. 20n4 (r4).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
- Volkswagen Touareg 2008