NHTSA Recall 09V093000: Tank assembly (fuel system)
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,000 vehicles. It affects 2008 Volkswagen R32.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V093000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 20P6/S2 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | March 20, 2009 |
| Owner notification | June 2, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen is recalling approximately 5,000 my 2008 r32 (5th generation) vehicles. When certain driving conditions are accompanied by high ambient temperatures, the fuel tank ventilation valve may not remain fully closed. If this happens, liquid fuel may enter the fuel tank venting system and migrate into the evaporative system, saturating the carbon canister. Should this occur while driving, the vehicle may experience performance issues (i.e., vehicle jerking) and the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) in the instrument cluster could illuminate. Fuel could leak from the evaporative system leak detection pump filter.
Safety risk
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, could lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank ventilation valve with an improved valve free of charge. The recall began on june 2, 2009. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
Notes
Volkswagen recall no. 20p6/s2.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V093000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen R32 | 2008 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.