NHTSA Recall # | 140220 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 18V864000 |
MFG Compaign # | 20Bi |
Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Supplier | VOLKSWAGEN |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | GOLF R |
Model Year | 2018 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/P |
Date of notification | 11/01/19 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 13/03/18 |
End date of manufacturing | 08/08/18 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 05/12/18 |
Report created | 11/12/18 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 516 |
Defect summary | Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 volkswagen golf r vehicles. The fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay, resulting in a fuel leak. |
Consequence summary | A fuel leak in the engine compartment can increase the risk of a fire. |
Corrective action | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the fuel line connection, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began january 11, 2019. Owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20bi. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |