Vehicle recall 04V586000 · December 15, 2004
Volkswagen Beetle, Golf and 2 more models
On certain passenger vehicles, the high pressure diesel pumps were produced with an improper fastener, which could allow diesel fuel to escape from the pump.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain passenger vehicles, the high pressure diesel pumps were produced with an improper fastener, which could allow diesel fuel to escape from the pump.
- Consequence
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the diesel pump. The recall began on February 8, 2005. Owners should contact Volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
- Notes
- VW recall no. Vy.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V586000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 15, 2004
- Filed by
- VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC
- Manufacturer campaign
- VY
- Owner notification
- February 8, 2005
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 19,284
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Fuel system, diesel
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Volkswagen Beetle (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
- Volkswagen Golf (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
- Volkswagen Jetta (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
- Volkswagen Passat (2004-2005): 2005, 2004
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