Recall 02V026000: 1998–2003 Volkswagen Passat and 2 other models

Report received

Jan 25, 2002

Manufacturer

Volkswagen of america,inc

Potentially affected

487,284vehicles

Model years

1997–2003

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On some passenger vehicles, the fuel tank filler neck can suffer abrasion damage if the rear tire goes flat and the vehicle is driven until the tire disintegrates.

Possible consequence

Fuel leakage can occur increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will fit passat vehicles with a new wheel house liner that will better protect the car's filler neck. Jetta vehicles will be fitted with a different metal shield designed to enhance abrasion protection in the event of tire disintegration. Owner notification began june 13, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1998 Volkswagen Cabrio21 complaints
• 1997 Volkswagen Jetta54 complaints
• 1998 Volkswagen Jetta192 complaints
• 1999 Volkswagen Jetta349 complaints
• 1998 Volkswagen Passat331 complaints
• 1999 Volkswagen Passat664 complaints
• 2000 Volkswagen Passat507 complaints
• 2001 Volkswagen Passat430 complaints
• 2002 Volkswagen Passat636 complaints
• 2003 Volkswagen Passat628 complaints