NHTSA recall 21V-651 (21V651000)
fuel system, gasoline recall reported August 20, 2021 - about 16,737 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V651000
- Also written as
- 21V-651
- Manufacturer number
- 20DB
- Reported
- August 20, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~16,737
- Component
- fuel system, gasoline
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
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.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-651 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.