ID: #17V151000
MFR: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
SYSTEM_COMPONENT
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
EVENT_SUMMARY
Your 2007-2010 Touareg vehicle has a faulty fuel filter flange that may crack and leak fuel.
RISK_ASSESSMENT
If the fuel filter flange cracks and leaks, it could cause a fire if there's an ignition source nearby.
RESOLUTION_PROTOCOL
Volkswagen will inspect and replace the fuel filter flange for free, and apply a protective cover to prevent future cracks. Contact them at 1-800-893-5298 to schedule the repair, which is part of a free recall starting August 3, 2017.