A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fuel System, Gasoline

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Touareg vehicles. The fuel filter flange may crack and allow fuel to leak out.

Actions

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel filter flange if cracks are found. A protective cover will be applied to the fuel filter to prevent oxidization cracks from forming. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 20Z4.

Documents (12)

• ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: July 24, 2017 Subject: Repair Available for Safety Recall 20Z4 – Fuel Pump Flange
• Remedy Instructions and TSB - Subject Fuel Pump Flange Release Date July 25, 2017
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - PRI
• Recall 573 Report - Amendment 1
• Defects Notice 573 Report
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - USA
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Recall 573 Report - AMENDMENT 2
• Recall 573 Report - AMENDMENT 3
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2017-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2017-4

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