The contact owns a 2000 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that the vehicle will not read the amount of fuel that is present in the fuel tank. The failure is caused by a fuel sender malfunction. The dealer and the manufacturer referenced recall # 01V157000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly). They stated that once a recall repair is performed, they do not perform the repair again. The contact's vehicle was not included in the recall. The current mileage is 40,000 and failure mileage was 38,000. Updated 01-14-08. The consumer stated he is experiencing problems again. Updated 12/12/07.

- San Raphel, CA, USA

Fuel level sending unit reading wrong causing fuel to run out causing a hazardous situation on the road. This is identified in 01V157000. My car is VW Passat glx 2000 listed on the campaign, but manufacturer and dealer say not included in this campaign. I need to cover the repair myself which is a shame. Old part is available.

- Palatine, IL, USA

The dealerships stated recall 01V157000 concerning fuel sending unit expired, and dealership will not repair the vehicle free of charge. Lithia auto group, 775-852-3300, reno, Nevada.

- Reno, NV, USA

The fuel gauge indicated fuel wan the vehicle, however there was no fuel and the vehicle ran out of gas. The vehicle was not included in recall number. 01V157000.

- Columbus, OH, USA

Check engine light keeps coming on along with emissions workshop lights; gas tank, vacumn pump and sensors all replaced but still this problem continues.

- Pittsfield, MA, USA

Had received recall notice #00V1471000. Contacted dealership several times before appointment was given. After taking vehicle to dealership for repairs, had to wait. Was informed repairs were done. One (1) week later, vehicle ran out of gas. Had vehicle towed to dealership, where repairs were done. Mechanic indicated that gas gauge was defective and needed replacing.

- Syosset, NY, USA