The problem
The hose connected to the pump located inside the fuel tank may become disconnected when the vehicle is in use. If this happens, the fuel supply to the engine will be interrupted, causing the vehicle to stall.
The fix
The dealer will install a modified fuel hose free of charge.
Contacts
*** This recall campaign has been superceded by nhtsa campaign no 85v090000.***Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with fuel injection systems.System: fuel system; fuel hose.Consequences of defect: a vehicle stalled in traffic would create a safetyhazard and could result in an accident.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Volkswagen dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 84V152000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.