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NHTSA Recall 17V583000: Fuel pump (fuel system)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 73,941 vehicles. It affects 2004–2007 Volkswagen Touareg.

73,941
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (March 9)
NHTSA campaign17V583000
Manufacturer campaign20Ai
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP
Report receivedSeptember 20, 2017
Owner notificationMarch 9, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Touareg vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel filter flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

Safety risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel filter flange for cracks, replacing the flange if cracks are found. If no cracks are found, a protective cover will be installed onto the filter flange. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Ai.

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 17V583000

Make and modelModel years
Volkswagen Touareg2004, 2005, 2006, 2007

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.