Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Manufacturer
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's fuel system may develop bubbles when using winterized fuel, causing it to stall.
Risk if Unfixed
If your vehicle stalls, it increases the risk of being involved in a crash.
Free Fix
You'll get a free software update from Volkswagen dealers to adjust your fuel pump pressure, starting August 19, 2014.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Tiguan vehicles manufactured July 2007 to June 2014. When using winterized fuel, in certain conditions bubbles may form in the fuel system which could result in the vehicle stalling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to increase the fuel pump pressure, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 19, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24AV/2W.
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