OVERVIEW
Restore the original fuel filler closure
1C0-201-550-Q is the Genuine VW/Audi fuel filler cap for the specified New Beetle fuel-tank configuration. The cap seals the original filler neck and includes the retaining tether shown in the product photo.
The filler cap is part of the fuel system's sealed closure. A damaged seal or closure mechanism can allow vapor leakage, while a broken tether can leave the cap inconvenient to handle during refueling. Match the original cap and filler-neck design before ordering.
Technical details
- Complete factory number: 1C0-201-550-Q.
- Factory specification: factory fuel filler cap, revision Q, for the specified original tank and filler-neck configuration.
- Design: molded cap with gripping handle, printed closing instructions and retaining tether, as pictured.
- Quantity supplied: one individual fuel filler cap.
The cap is supplied as the individual component shown. Fuel tank, filler neck, filler door and fuel are separate. Confirm the original closure style; different caps can be used across New Beetle production.
Common reasons to replace
- The original cap seal is damaged or no longer seals correctly.
- The cap is cracked or its closure mechanism is damaged.
- A diagnostic leak test identifies the cap as the source of an EVAP leak.
- The original cap or tether is missing or damaged.
Inspect the filler-neck sealing face and cap before replacement. An EVAP warning can result from leaks elsewhere in the system, so follow the vehicle's diagnostic procedure rather than treating every emissions fault as a failed cap.
Vehicle fitment
Applies to the listed 2.5L gasoline New Beetle configurations with the matching original tank and filler-neck closure. Verify the complete Q-suffix number and original cap design.
| Vehicle | Model years | Engine | Configuration | Application restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen New Beetle | 2006–2010 | 2.5L gasoline inline-five | Hatchback or Convertible; original metal fuel tank configuration | Match original 1C0-201-550-Q cap and filler-neck connection. This cap uses the specified original closure arrangement; do not substitute by appearance. |
Installation guidance
Fit the correct cap to the original filler neck and attach the tether at the intended mounting point. Follow the closing directions printed on the cap and in the vehicle owner's instructions. Do not force a cap with a different closure design.
Confirm the cap closes securely and the tether does not interfere with the filler door. If the repair addresses an EVAP fault, complete the prescribed diagnostic verification.
Ordering information
One individual Genuine VW/Audi fuel filler cap with tether as pictured. Tank, filler neck, door and fuel are separate. Confirm VIN and original cap number.