Recall 05V154000: Fuel Line/Pump Nipple Cracking

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Volkswagen/Golf 1999-2000


Volkswagen/GTI 1999-2000

MANUFACTURER: Volkswagen of America, Inc.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 05V154000 RECALL DATE: April 14, 2005

COMPONENT: Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 35000

SUMMARY:
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with gasoline engines and double-layer fuel tanks, tension on the fuel supply line may cause the fuel pump supply nipple to crack which could result in a leak.

CONSEQUENCE:
Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, may cause a fire.

REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect the fuel supply line for tension, and inspect the fuel pump supply nipple for cracking. If necessary the fuel line and the fuel pump will be replaced. The recall is expected to begin on July 15, 2005. Owners should contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

NOTES:
Volkswagen recall No. UU. Customers can also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.