Recall 05V-154: 1999–2000 Volkswagen Golf, 1999–2000 Volkswagen GTI

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Apr 19, 2005, covering about 30,708 vehicles.

NHTSA number
05V-154
Report date
Apr 19, 2005
Vehicles affected
30,708
Owners notified
Jul 25, 2005

The problem

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.

The risk

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

The fix

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 free of charge. The recall began on july 25, 2005. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

Notes

Volkswagen recall no. Uu.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerVOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number05V154000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volkswagen Golf1999, 2000All years
Volkswagen GTI1999, 2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 05V-154?

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.

How is recall 05V-154 fixed?

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 free of charge. The recall began on july 25, 2005. Owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.