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Recall 17V-151

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2007 to 2010 Volkswagen Touareg: Fuel system, gasoline.

At a glance

Campaign number
17V-151
Reported
March 8, 2017
Vehicles affected
20,908 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Touareg vehicles. The fuel filter flange may crack and allow fuel to leak out.

The risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel filter flange if cracks are found. A protective cover will be applied to the fuel filter to prevent oxidization cracks from forming. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 20Z4.

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