For Information: Just got back from the US and this was in the news there...found it by Google search. Anyone any idea if VW UK has the same problem, or intends to do anything about it? (Seems to be petrol versions).

By REUTERS
Published: April 5, 2008
PASSAT RECALL Volkswagen is recalling some 410,000 Passat sedans sold in the United States due to potential problems with heat shields and fuel line components, the German automaker said Friday. Volkwagen said it would voluntarily recall all gasoline-powered Passats it had sold from the 1999 through 2005 model years for inspection and possible repair.