NHTSA recall 18V-864 (18V864000)
fuel system, gasoline recall reported December 5, 2018 - about 516 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V864000
- Also written as
- 18V-864
- Manufacturer number
- 20Bi
- Reported
- December 5, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~516
- Component
- fuel system, gasoline
What is being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Golf R vehicles. The fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay, resulting in a fuel leak.
Why it is dangerous
A fuel leak in the engine compartment can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the fuel line connection, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Bi.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-864 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.