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2006–2016 Volkswagen Passat, CC, Passat Wagon recall: Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 17V-509 · August 16, 2017 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
17V509000
Reported
August 16, 2017
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Part
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
Vehicles affected
About 280,915

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2016 Volkswagen CC, 2006-2010 Passat and Passat Wagon vehicles. Interruption of electrical power to the fuel pump control module may cause the fuel pump to fail.

Safety risk

If the fuel pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AE.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Volkswagen CC (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016); Volkswagen Passat (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010); Volkswagen Passat Wagon (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

If the fuel pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AE.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.