2022 Volkswagen Taos recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 20, 2021. It covers about 16,737 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 16,737
- reported
- Aug 20, 2021
- owners notified
- Aug 31, 2021
- related complaints
- 67
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Taos vehicles. The underhood fuel supply quick-connector may detach from the fuel supply line causing a fuel leak in the engine compartment.
- Risk
- A fuel leak may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak also increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the connection and replace the fuel supply line and connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20DB.
Recall number 21V651000
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Taos 2022 2022
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 67 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 21V651000
Is there a recall on the 2022 Volkswagen Taos hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?
Yes. Recall 21V651000, reported on August 20, 2021, covers about 16,737 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 21V651000?
Dealers will inspect the connection and replace the fuel supply line and connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20DB.
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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