2010 Volkswagen Jetta: fuel leak

Filed Jan 1, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 26,500 miles · IL

2010 jetta sedan tdi --> fuel leak --> day prior ran normal. Went to start and did not start. Thought was the battery. Charged emergency starter for 4hr and attempted again with no avail. Called a friend who is a diesel mechanic to help start it. Hooked to his truck and still no start. I noticed wet underneath the front passenger wheel and thought nothing of it since it was parked on the street, so water possibly. It started to snow. Went and purchased a new battery. Installed the battery, after battery install still did not start. Attempted 2 more times. Since it was not the battery he began to look elsewhere while I attempted to start and yelled at me to stop. I go to the front of the auto and he shows me where the diesel is pulsating out and that is why it is not starting, it is not getting to the engine. I then look around the car and with the snow, I then notice a long green path of diesel fuel along the road. I called vw, paid the 84$ to tow to vw dealer and they could not look at it until a week later. My concern is the gas leak. I should technically have over 54k on the vehicle, I am not even close to those others for sale on the market. I am not upset since no bodily harm was done, however the leak is in great amount. I do recall a couple of days earlier that I was going through gas quicker. I fill 1x a month, with 4 days I was through a quarter of a tank but it did not click. This is me notifying you of my gas leak. The car never started and there was no fire but there is concern due to the leak. My mechanic friend stated that he had no idea what the part was called that was shooting out the fuel and to take to a authorized vw dealer which I did. I still have 5 days till they can even look at my car.

Filed Aug 20, 2013 · Fuel system · 117,000 miles · PA

2010 vw tdi jetta : I own a 2010 vw tdi jetta I smelled diesel fuel coming into my car (the car at the time had 117,000 miles). Also, I noticed diesel fuel dripping on my driveway also on the back of my car . The car had fuel running on the exhaust system I reported the incident to the dealer, where they advised that two fuel injectors needed to be replaced due to the fact of the injectors spraying fuel on to all engine area at a cost of $1300. They replaced two of the injectors. The smell continued until I instructed them to order a new hood insulator cover and engine cover (both were saturated with diesel. My car was at the dealer for close to two weeks between all four visits. My concern is that the other injectors have the same issue and this will occur again along with a fire at some point.

Filed Nov 25, 2011 · Fuel system · 27,000 miles · DE

Vehicle developed a fuel leak as a result of fuel rail failure of the parts recalled per volkswagen recall campaign number is 23j9/v5 & 23j8/k5. Dealer performed recall replacing number 2 fuel line, but remaining oem parts of the fuel rail system now exhibit substantial corrosion, including visible rust and pitting. Recall notice not yet received as off 56 days after recall was announced.

Filed Oct 17, 2011 · Fuel system · 44,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen jetta. The contact stated that the vehicle was burning more fuel than normal. The contact discovered that the vehicle was leaking fuel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnostic that located the failure at the fuel line where the fuel circulation failed. The failure and the current mileage was 44,000. The consumer stated the manufacturer sent three notices that the vehicle was included in the recall. The vehicle was repaired in october 2011. Updated 01/04/12

Filed Sep 9, 2011 · Fuel system · TX

Took my car to get the oil change and was told I have a fuel leak. Looked up car online at safecar.gov and saw the 2010 jetta has been recalled for: power train:automatic transmission/ fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. Having a fuel leak is more than draining on gas mileage it is a fire/explosive hazard. On the website it states: consequence: if chafing occurs, there is the potential for a fuel leak to develop. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. I am having issues with the fuel leakage and need my car recalled or fixed by the manufacturer. Http://www-odi.the federal safety agency.dot.gov/recalls/results.cfm thank you

Filed Aug 8, 2011 · Fuel system · 8,000 miles · PA

2010 vw tdi jetta wagon I own a 2010 vw tdi jetta wagon and early jan/feb I smelled diesel fuel coming into my car (the car at the time had 8,000 miles). Also, I noticed diesel fuel dripping on my driveway. I reported the incident to the dealer, where they first advised that the fuel injector needed to be tightened. The next day same problem persisted. They replaced one of the injectors. The smell continued until I instructed them to order a new hood insulator cover and engine cover (both were saturated with diesel. My car was at the dealer for close to three weeks between all three visits. My concern is that the other three injectors have the same issue and this will occur again.

Filed Jan 8, 2011 · Fuel system · 18,579 miles · MI

Had volkswagen 2010 jetta tdi serviced at volkswagen dealer for 20,000 mile service, which includes fuel filter replacement. 2 days later, smelled diesel fumes in garage. Opened hood and saw diesel fuel leaking from fuel filter. (was not sure if it was spilled during change by dealer) went to independent garage and was told it is leaking and not to drive the car: potential fire hazard if diesel gets on manifold. I've read similar drivers complaint (s) where 2009 jetta tdi has fuel pump failure possibly after this service and they also had the diesel fuel leaking after 20k service. Mine is a 2010 jetta tdi. I won't know if this is an error or omission on the part of the dealer or if the repairs were done correct and it's a defect with the car. Regardless, someone could have seriously injured, possibly killed and/or property damage.