A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

Fuel System, Gasoline

Date Announced
JUL 21, 2014
Vehicles Affected
151,389
Volkswagen Recall #
24AV/2W
NHTSA Campaign #
14V441000
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Tiguan vehicles manufactured July 2007 to June 2014. When using winterized fuel, in certain conditions bubbles may form in the fuel system which could result in the vehicle stalling.
Actions
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software to increase the fuel pump pressure, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 19, 2014. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-822-8987. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24AV/2W.
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