What is a fuel rail recall?

What is a fuel rail recall?

remanufactured engines are being recalled because of a defective fuel rail that could lead to a fire. The new recall comes after a May recall of nearly 45,000 L9 and ISX12 engines built between Jan. 2, 2017, and Oct. 16, 2020, was filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

What can cause a fuel leak?

A gas leak may be caused by a hole in the gas tank, damaged fuel lines, damaged fuel injectors, gas tank cap issues, gas tank vent hose issues, or fuel pressure regulator issues, among other problems.

What is a shift lever micro switch?

A shift lever microswitch is used for signalization in a car shift system.

Why did Volkswagen recall their cars?

Volkswagen will recall 11 million VW and Audi “TDI Clean Diesel” vehicles worldwide – including 500,000 in the U.S. – after admitting that it had equipped these vehicles with a “defeat device” that was designed to conceal their high pollution levels.

What do fuel rail bolts do?

The problem: The bolts that hold on the engine’s fuel rails—which deliver gasoline to the engine’s fuel injectors—were not tightened properly and may become loose over time. If this happens, fuel may leak from the fuel rails.

Why is gas leaking from the bottom of my car?

One reason your vehicle may have a gas leak could be due to a hole in the gas tank. If the hole is large, the entire tank may need to be replaced. Other reasons a gas leak occur is because of bad fuel lines, gas tank cap issues, broken fuel injectors, fuel pressure regulator issues, and gas tank vent hose problems.

What is the micro switch on a Volkswagen?

The related products of micro switch vw: The micro switch allows the door lock to be unlocked when a button is in the case of an emergency. Car accessories are easy to install, no need complicated tools, convenient for using.

What is recall 37M2?

What is the safety concern for Safety Recall 37M2? Over time, a build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts can result in an isolation- like layer that may be interpreted as an open micro switch. This open switch normally indicates that the shift lever is in “P” park position.

What to do if your VW has a fuel leak?

The fix: Volkswagen dealers will inspect the connection and, if necessary, replace the connector and fuel supply line free of charge. How to contact the manufacturer: Volkswagen expects to notify owners by mail beginning Oct. 19, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. NHTSA campaign number: 21V651.

Is there a Volkswagen recall for diesel engines?

It’s refreshing (but not really) to see a Volkswagen recall that isn’t related to diesel engines. VW currently has some fuel issues on its hands, but it’s not lumped into a single recall. Actually, it’s spread across three.

Are there any recalls on the VW Golf?

The third recall covers 110,042 examples of the 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen and GTI, along with the 2015-2016 Audi A3. Only vehicles in states with partial zero-emissions requirements are involved in the recall.

Are there any recalls on VW Taos SUVs?

Vehicles recalled: 16,737 Volkswagen Taos SUVs from the 2022 model year. The problem: The underhood fuel supply quick-connector may not be secure and could detach from the fuel supply line. If this happens the vehicle could stall, increasing the risk of a crash, and/or leaking fuel could ignite, which could lead to a fire.