Volkswagen Taos fuel line connector can leak gas

NHTSA campaign 21V651000 · Reported 2021-08-20 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

critical How serious is it? About this label

This is serious because a leak can both stall the engine and start a fire, and while Volkswagen has not told owners to stop driving, you should get the inspection done as soon as your dealer can take the car.

What's wrong, in plain English

On some 2022 Volkswagen Taos, the quick-connect fitting that joins the fuel line under the hood can pop off. If that happens, gasoline can leak out into the engine compartment. The engine may stall while you are driving, and leaking fuel near anything hot or sparking can catch fire. Dealers will look at the connection and, if needed, put in a new fuel line and connector at no cost to you.

What you should do

1. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm your Taos is included in recall 20DB.
2. Call your Volkswagen dealer to book the inspection, or contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
3. Have the inspection and any fuel line and connector replacement done — the repair is free.

Affected vehicles (1)

2022 Volkswagen Taos

Who to contact

Volkswagen — official Volkswagen recall lookup

Customer service: 1-800-893-5298

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Why do Volkswagen fuel systems keep leaking gasoline? · all 10 Volkswagen recalls in this area

Official notice

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Taos vehicles. The underhood fuel supply quick-connector may detach from the fuel supply line causing a fuel leak in the engine compartment.
Safety risk: A fuel leak may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak also increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the connection and replace the fuel supply line and connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20DB.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.