Recalls for GOLF VOLKSWAGEN, VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, Dec 15, 2004

A recall was issued on Dec 15, 2004 for GOLF VOLKSWAGEN, manufactured by VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC, in response to FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL problems. ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE HIGH PRESSURE DIESEL PUMPS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPER FASTENER, WHICH COULD ALLOW DIESEL FUEL TO ESCAPE FROM THE PUMP.FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY LEAD TO A FIRE.. Follwoing is the summary of corrective actions taken: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DIESEL PUMP. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 8, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.
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