approximately 280 model-year 2018 volkswagen atlas suvs
the problem: the fuel tank on these vehicles may leak fuel due to a manufacturing error, which increases the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
the fix: dealers will replace the fuel tank for free.
what owners should do: volkswagen will begin notifying owners june 15. owners can call the automaker at 800-893-5298, the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit its website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.
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