Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 21V-651 · 2022 Volkswagen Taos
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall 21V-651 covers 16,737 2022 Volkswagen Taos for a delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on August 20, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q2) shows 95% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V651000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Taos vehicles. The underhood fuel supply quick-connector may detach from the fuel supply line causing a fuel leak in the engine compartment.
The risk
A fuel leak may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak also increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the connection and replace the fuel supply line and connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20DB.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
95%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 18 vehicles were listed as unreachable.