Audi improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.
The short version
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported a problem with the delivery fuel pump. Here is what owners need to know.
Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.
If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle will not start, or if the engine is running, it will stop and the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any affected fuel pumps, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 15V-229.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2015 | Audi A3 |
| 2015 | Volkswagen GTI |
| 2015 | Volkswagen Golf |
What changed
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- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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