NHTSA Recall # | 156944 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V648000 |
MFG Compaign # | 24Gi |
Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Supplier | VOLKSWAGEN |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | JETTA |
Model Year | 2016 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:F |
Date of notification | 12/09/24 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 12/09/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 12/09/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 21/10/20 |
Report created | 22/10/20 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 218192 |
Defect summary | Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2018 jetta vehicles. The fuel rail bolts may become loose over time, allowing fuel to leak. |
Consequence summary | A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire. |
Corrective action | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail bolts and, as necessary, the fuel rail. Owners were notified of the safety risk december 18, 2020. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available anticipated in the first quarter of 2021. Owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24gi. |
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). |