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2004-2007 Volkswagen Touareg recall: fuel pump

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 20, 2017. It covers about 73,941 vehicles.

vehicles affected
73,941
reported
Sep 20, 2017
owners notified
Mar 9, 2018
related complaints
71

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump

What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Touareg vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel filter flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filter flange for cracks, replacing the flange if cracks are found. If no cracks are found, a protective cover will be installed onto the filter flange. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Ai.

Recall number 17V583000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 71 complaints about fuel system problems.

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Questions about recall 17V583000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2007 Volkswagen Touareg fuel pump?

Yes. Recall 17V583000, reported on September 20, 2017, covers about 73,941 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V583000?

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filter flange for cracks, replacing the flange if cracks are found. If no cracks are found, a protective cover will be installed onto the filter flange. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Ai.

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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