Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Manufacturer
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
What Happened
Your vehicle's windshield washer reservoir has a small plastic tab that might be rubbing against a fuel line under the hood. This could cause a fuel leak if it's not fixed.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel line leaks, it could catch fire if there's an ignition source nearby, which could lead to a serious problem.
Free Fix
You should have your dealership remove the plastic tab and inspect/replace the fuel supply line for free.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L GASOLINE ENGINES MAY HAVE A SMALL PLASTIC TAB LOCATED ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR THAT MAY CHAFE AGAINST THE UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THIS HAPPENS, THE CHAFING HAS THE POTENTIAL TO CAUSE A FUEL LEAK OVER TIME. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE PLASTIC TAB FROM THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR AND WILL ALSO INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 24, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-893-5298.
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