NHTSA Recall 16V647000: Fuel system, gasoline and emission control (engine and engine cooling)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 110,042 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Audi A3 Cabriolet.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V647000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 20Y6/20Y5 |
| Components | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › EMISSION CONTROL |
| Report received | September 7, 2016 |
| Owner notification | October 31, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system.
Safety risk
As fuel accumulates in the EVAP system, it may leak out through the charcoal canister filter element. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 20Y6 and 20Y5. This recall has been fully superseded by recall 24V-110.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V647000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Audi A3 Cabriolet | 2015, 2016 |
| Volkswagen Golf | 2015, 2016 |
| Volkswagen GTI | 2015, 2016 |
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.