1. Unknown 2. Visible gas leak, intermittent. Recurred approx. 1 year after initial visible leak to an extent I was able to trace. 3. Replace cracked rubber hose connected to fuel filter. (part is not available but I have photos).
1999 Volkswagen Passat: fuel leak
5 of the 664 complaints about the 1999 Volkswagen Passat describe fuel leak.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Fuel leak by model year
What owners say
I own a vehicle that is subject to recall program 02v026000, which I learned about from consumer reports magazine. I have not received a recall notice from volkagen , so I called the volkswagen customer service line (800‑822‑8987). I was told this is not an actual recall. Their spokesman said they are just informing consumers not to drive on a flat tire as possible damage could occur. He said there would be no fuel leak or other danger. Is this an actual recall, should I take immediate action, and should vw pay for the corrective action?
Ea-00-028 when driving, right rear tire blewout puncturing gas tank, causing a fuel leakage, consumer went to a repair shop for estimate which she couldn't afford, so her husband pathced tank which did not fix the leak.
While driving, right rear tire blew out. The well lining between the tire and the fuel tank for cusion purpose was observed to be bended around the top portion of the tire. Pieces of tire hit fuel tank and caused a fuel leak which may have resulted in a fire. *ak( dot number: m3ta cxyx tire size: 15 )
While driving rear passenger tire blew out. Pieces from the tire hit the fuel tank and caused a major fuel leak which may have resulted in a fire. Please provide further information.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen is recalling 412,000 my 1999-2005 passat (5th generation) vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions and produced after june 14, 1999. These vehicles may have an underbody heat shield that can become damaged. In addition, affected vehicles with automatic or manual transmissions may have a fuel line (1.8t engines only) or fuel tank ventilation valve (4motion/all wheel drive only) that can leak due to fracture.
- Risk
- A heat shield that may contact the exhaust system can result in a vehicle fire. In addition, a fuel leak from a fuel line or fuel tank ventilation valve, in the presence of an ignition source, can lead to a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install additional underbody heat shields on vehicles with automatic transmissions to cover the possibly damaged areas and flash all 1.8t engines with a precautionary software update. Dealers will also inspect and adjust the fuel line routing on 1.8t vehicles and the fuel tank ventilation valve on 4motion/all wheel drive vehicles, and replace components if necessary free of charge. The recall began on june 13, 2008. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1‑800‑822‑8987.
Recall number 08V156000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- On some passenger vehicles, the fuel tank filler neck can suffer abrasion damage if the rear tire goes flat and the vehicle is driven until the tire disintegrates.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will fit passat vehicles with a new wheel house liner that will better protect the car's filler neck. Jetta vehicles will be fitted with a different metal shield designed to enhance abrasion protection in the event of tire disintegration. Owner notification began june 13, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volkswagen at 1‑800‑822‑8987.
Recall number 02V026000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1999 Volkswagen Passat fuel leak
Is fuel leak a common problem on the 1999 Volkswagen Passat?
5 of 664 owner complaints about the 1999 Volkswagen Passat (1%) mention fuel leak. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1999 Volkswagen Passat?
There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1999 Volkswagen Passat
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