Volkswagon recall 260,000 vehicles over fuel pump issues
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Volkswagon recall 260,000 vehicles over fuel pump issues

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Volkswagen is recalling over 260,000 vehicles due to issues with the cars’ fuel tank suction pumps.

According to USA TODAY, Volkswagen says that due to a problem with a suction jet pump seal inside the fuel tank, fuel may “flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system and possibly leak out of the charcoal canister.”

A recall notice posted on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website says a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

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The recall affects the following vehicles:

  • 2015-2020 Audi A3 Sedan
  • 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet
  • 2019-2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI
  • 2018 Golf Sportwagen GP
  • 2018-2019 Golf Sportwagen A7
  • 2015-2017 Golf Sportwagen
  • 2015-2020 Golf GTI
  • 2015-2020 Golf A7

Volkswagen will replace the suction pump free of charge. Customers who own the recalled vehicles are expected to receive a notification letter by April 12. Vehicle owners may also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.