NHTSA recall 02V026000
Fuel System, Gasoline · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's 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.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 1997 Volkswagen Jetta
- 1998 Volkswagen Cabrio
- 1998 Volkswagen Jetta
- 1998 Volkswagen Passat
- 1999 Volkswagen Jetta
- 1999 Volkswagen Passat
- 2000 Volkswagen Passat
- 2001 Volkswagen Passat
- 2002 Volkswagen Passat
- 2003 Volkswagen Passat
All model years NHTSA lists
1998 Volkswagen Cabrio, 1997 Volkswagen Jetta, 1998 Volkswagen Jetta, 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, 1998 Volkswagen Passat, 1999 Volkswagen Passat, 2000 Volkswagen Passat, 2001 Volkswagen Passat, 2002 Volkswagen Passat, 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V026000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.