Volkswagen Atlas: Fuel system — tank assembly

Affects Volkswagen Atlas · 2018 — about 278 vehicles.

The hazard

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

What to do

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AW. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 17V-766.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational