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1999-2000 Volkswagen Golf and Volkswagen GTI recall: fuel pump

Volkswagen Of America, Inc reported this safety recall on April 19, 2005. It covers about 30,708 vehicles.

vehicles affected
30,708
reported
Apr 19, 2005
owners notified
Jul 25, 2005
related complaints
21

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump

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.
Risk
Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may cause a fire.
Remedy
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 1‑800‑822‑8987.

Recall number 05V154000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 21 complaints about fuel system problems.

1999 Volkswagen Golf2000 Volkswagen Golf1999 Volkswagen GTI2000 Volkswagen GTI

Questions about recall 05V154000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2000 Volkswagen Golf and Volkswagen GTI fuel pump?

Yes. Recall 05V154000, reported on April 19, 2005, covers about 30,708 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V154000?

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 1‑800‑822‑8987.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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