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2005 Volkswagen Jetta recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Volkswagen Of America, Inc reported this safety recall on July 5, 2005. It covers about 39,583 vehicles.

vehicles affected
39,583
reported
Jul 5, 2005
owners notified
Jul 11, 2005
related complaints
21

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.5l gasoline engine, a fuel supply line clamp located in the engine compartment may not be positioned properly and could cause a fuel leak.
Risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the position of the engine compartment fuel supply line clamp and, if necessary, replace the clamp. The recall began on july 11, 2005. Owners may contact vw at 1‑800‑822‑8987.

Recall number 05V305000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

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

2005 Volkswagen Jetta

Questions about recall 05V305000

Is there a recall on the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 05V305000, reported on July 5, 2005, covers about 39,583 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V305000?

Dealers will inspect the position of the engine compartment fuel supply line clamp and, if necessary, replace the clamp. The recall began on july 11, 2005. Owners may contact vw 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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