2015–2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2015–2016 Volkswagen Golf, 2015–2016 Volkswagen GTI Recall: Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow…
NHTSA campaign 16V647000 · Fuel System, Gasoline · filed Sep 7, 2016 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system.
The risk
As fuel accumulates in the EVAP system, it may leak out through the charcoal canister filter element. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 20Y6 and 20Y5. This recall has been fully superseded by recall 24V-110.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Audi | A3 Cabriolet | 2015, 2016 |
| Volkswagen | Golf | 2015, 2016 |
| Volkswagen | GTI | 2015, 2016 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 16V647000 (manufacturer number 20Y6/20Y5). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.