I believe it falls under the California emissions law 7yr or 120k miles.
If that is out, there is a fix for the active tank using VW part, same part as x5 and thats under $300 and it bolts in i believe. ECS tuning sells it and few other places.

Ask your dealer about the CA emissions law and push for the coverage if they say no at first.

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2011 35d