Recall 16V-647
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2015 to 2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet and 2 other models: Fuel system, gasoline; Engine and engine cooling (exhaust system, emission control).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V-647
- Reported
- September 7, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 110,042 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system.
The risk
As fuel accumulates in the EVAP system, it may leak out through the charcoal canister filter element. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-[removed], Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 20Y6 and 20Y5. This recall has been fully superseded by recall 24V-110.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Audi A3 Cabriolet 2015 to 2016
- Volkswagen GTI 2015 to 2016
- Volkswagen Golf 2015 to 2016